Lara Szott

Lara Szott serves as a primary procurement contact, managing acquisitions and overseeing the procurement mission for their organization. The vast majority of procurement activity within this office is conducted through full and open competitions, with a small percentage of awards utilizing sole-source justifications for original equipment manufacturers to secure proprietary repair data and exclusive capabilities. The procurement focus for this office is heavily concentrated in the aerospace and defense manufacturing sectors. Primary technical specializations include the acquisition of aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment, aircraft engines and engine parts, and the procurement of search, detection, navigation, guidance, aeronautical, and nautical systems. Additionally, the office manages requirements for motor vehicle electrical and electronic equipment and miscellaneous general purpose machinery.