Lashalene N Pittman

Lashalene Pittman serves as a key procurement lead within the Department of the Air Force’s FA7014 office, supporting the agency’s mission to sustain and modernize operational readiness through specialized professional and technical services. She manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions centered on systems engineering and technical assistance, enterprise IT modernization, cybersecurity infrastructure, and mission-critical analytics. Her work ensures the Air Force maintains cutting-edge capabilities through contract vehicles that deliver high-value, mission-aligned solutions, often involving complex requirements for training, data analytics, and defense-grade technical support. Pittman maintains strong, ongoing relationships with principal contractors including SIGMATECH, INC. and PURDUE UNIVERSITY, reflecting a preference for partners with deep domain expertise in defense-sector technical services and academic research collaboration. Her contracting patterns favor established vendors with proven track records in delivering SETA support, advanced training programs, and analytical systems tailored to Air Force operational needs. These partnerships are characterized by long-term engagement, performance-based contracting, and a focus on innovation in mission-critical environments. Her procurement strategy prioritizes broad market access, with 70% of acquisitions conducted as unrestricted competitions and 30% set aside for total small business participation under FAR 19.5. While she does not routinely employ 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, her consistent use of small business set-asides demonstrates a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for qualified small firms, particularly those offering IT training and technical consulting services. Pittman’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 611420 (Computer Training), which accounts for 40% of her portfolio, underscoring her emphasis on workforce development and technical upskilling for Air Force personnel. Additional emphasis is placed on NAICS 511210 (Software Publishers) and 561611 (Investigation Services), reflecting needs in software-enabled analytics and personnel security vetting. Her technical domain expertise spans cybersecurity, enterprise IT modernization, and aeronautical systems support, aligning closely with the Air Force’s strategic modernization goals.