Larry G. Patterson

Larry G. Patterson serves as a key procurement professional responsible for managing complex acquisitions in defense and engineering domains. While his formal title is not specified, his contracting patterns indicate a central role in executing technical procurements aligned with national security and aerospace priorities. He routinely handles competitive solicitations for engineering services, aircraft components, and specialized electronic systems, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and technical performance requirements. His work supports mission-critical capabilities across aviation and defense systems, requiring deep familiarity with technical specifications, source selection criteria, and risk mitigation in high-stakes procurement environments. Patterson’s contractor relationships are diverse but not dominated by any single vendor, suggesting a balanced, open-competition approach. He engages with both large prime contractors and specialized small businesses across aerospace, electronics, and technical services sectors. His contracting style reflects a preference for competitive bidding and performance-based outcomes, fostering partnerships with firms capable of delivering precision-engineered components and engineering support under strict regulatory and quality control standards. His procurement strategy prioritizes open competition, with 84.6% of awards issued without set-aside restrictions, indicating a focus on technical merit and market readiness over socioeconomic preferences. However, he consistently allocates 15.4% of opportunities to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a measured but intentional commitment to small business participation without compromising mission needs. Patterson’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services) and 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), reflecting expertise in aerospace systems and technical consulting. He also procures specialized electronic connectors (334417) and components for guided missile and space systems (336419), underscoring his technical domain knowledge in defense electronics and avionics. His work supports the development and sustainment of advanced military platforms through targeted acquisitions of mission-critical hardware and engineering expertise.