Lori Fixico

Lori Fixico serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while supporting mission-critical capabilities for her organization. Her portfolio primarily encompasses complex technical procurements in aerospace, communications, and facilities support services, requiring deep familiarity with FAR and DFARS provisions, competitive bidding processes, and performance-based contracting methodologies. She routinely handles both full and open competitions and set-aside actions, balancing efficiency with statutory obligations to promote fair and open competition. While specific contractor names are not available, Lori maintains a diverse vendor engagement strategy, working with both large prime contractors and small businesses across manufacturing and service sectors. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established industry players in aerospace and communications equipment manufacturing, alongside active collaboration with qualified small businesses participating in socioeconomic programs. She fosters transparent, compliant relationships with vendors through clear solicitation language, structured evaluation criteria, and consistent post-award oversight. Lori demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 25% of her awards directed to 8(a) competed contracts, reflecting a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for socially and economically disadvantaged firms. The remaining 75% of her acquisitions are conducted as full and open competitions, indicating a balanced approach that prioritizes both socioeconomic goals and competitive integrity. Her consistent use of the 8(a) program suggests a strategic alignment with federal objectives to foster minority-owned business growth in high-technology sectors. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), where she sources specialized aviation components and support systems, and NAICS 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing), where she acquires advanced communication hardware and subsystems. She also procures facilities support services under NAICS 561210, ensuring operational readiness through integrated maintenance and logistics solutions. Her technical expertise spans avionics, RF systems, and facility infrastructure, positioning her as a specialist in defense-adjacent and mission-critical procurement domains.