K. Lynne Winemiller

Kathy Lynne Winemiller serves as a Business Operations Specialist responsible for supporting the planning, execution, and administration of complex procurement actions within her organization. In this role, she ensures alignment between operational needs and federal acquisition regulations, facilitating the timely and compliant acquisition of professional and technical services. Her work is central to enabling mission-critical capabilities through strategic sourcing, contract management, and vendor engagement. She typically handles acquisitions under simplified acquisition procedures and competitive solicitation frameworks, with a focus on service-based contracts requiring technical expertise and performance-based outcomes. While specific contractor names are not available, Winemiller maintains a broad network of vendors specializing in information technology and professional services. Her procurement patterns reflect engagement with both large-capability firms and small businesses, fostering competitive bidding environments that prioritize technical merit, past performance, and regulatory compliance. She collaborates closely with program managers and acquisition teams to define requirements, evaluate proposals, and ensure contract deliverables meet operational standards. Winemiller demonstrates a strong preference for open competition, with 89.5% of her acquisitions issued as non-set-aside actions. Nevertheless, she actively supports small business participation, consistently awarding 10.5% of contracts under Total Small Business Set-Asides in accordance with FAR 19.5. Her approach reflects a balanced commitment to maximizing competition while ensuring meaningful opportunities for small businesses, without reliance on specialized socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides. Her primary procurement focus lies in information technology and professional services, with dominant NAICS codes including 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), 511210 (Software Publishers), and 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services). She regularly acquires software development, systems integration, data analytics, and technical consulting services, reflecting deep expertise in digital transformation, IT modernization, and mission-support systems. Her technical domain expertise centers on enterprise software solutions and professional services that enhance operational efficiency and mission readiness.