lance O. bybee

Lance O. Bybee serves as a procurement professional responsible for managing complex acquisitions in defense and aerospace systems, with a focus on advanced manufacturing and mission-critical components. He plays a key role in executing the agency’s acquisition strategy by overseeing the solicitation, evaluation, and award of contracts for specialized hardware and electronic systems. His portfolio centers on high-precision manufacturing categories including aircraft subsystems, printed circuit boards, and ordnance components, requiring deep technical understanding of defense supply chain standards and FAR compliance. Bybee ensures acquisitions align with national security requirements while maintaining rigorous oversight of technical specifications and delivery timelines. His contractor relationships span Tier 1 defense manufacturers and niche suppliers with specialized capabilities in aerospace and electronics manufacturing. He routinely engages with firms holding ITAR and AS9100 certifications, partnering with both large prime contractors and qualified small businesses capable of meeting stringent military specifications. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, leveraging competitive bidding and technical evaluations to ensure reliability and interoperability across platforms. Bybee’s procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 94.1% of awards issued without set-aside restrictions. However, he consistently supports small business participation, allocating 5.9% of awards to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While he does not prioritize socioeconomically targeted programs like 8(a) or HUBZone, his reliance on small business set-asides demonstrates a measured commitment to fostering innovation and capacity within the broader industrial base. His primary NAICS focus includes Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (335931), and Bare Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing (334412), indicating deep expertise in avionics, electrical connectivity, and embedded systems. He also procures components under Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing (332994) and Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing (336414), reflecting specialized knowledge in defense electronics, guidance systems, and mission-critical hardware development.