Leslie Trice

Leslie Trice serves as a Contracting Officer, responsible for managing the acquisition process and ensuring regulatory compliance in the procurement of goods and services. In this role, they facilitate the agency's mission by overseeing the solicitation and award of contracts, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring that procurement activities align with federal acquisition regulations. Regarding set-aside preferences, the procurement data indicates a strong lean toward full and open competition, with the vast majority of awards categorized as No Set-Aside. There is a limited focus on small business participation, with a small percentage of acquisitions designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides. The procurement focus is heavily concentrated in the aerospace and defense sectors. Technical expertise is centered on the manufacturing of aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment, as well as engineering services. Additionally, there is a significant focus on explosives manufacturing, air transportation support activities, and the repair and maintenance of electronic and precision equipment.