Magdalene Dickerson

Magdalene Dickerson serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of complex procurements within a federal acquisition environment. She ensures compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) while executing competitive solicitations, evaluating proposals, and awarding contracts for high-technology systems and professional services. Her work directly supports mission-critical capabilities by aligning acquisition strategies with agency objectives, particularly in advanced engineering and defense-related domains. She routinely handles both sealed bid and negotiated procurements, with a focus on fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contract types for technical goods and services requiring rigorous performance standards. Magdalene cultivates strategic relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, including prime contractors specializing in aerospace systems, electronic component manufacturing, and engineering services. She collaborates closely with small businesses and large industry partners alike, fostering transparent, competitive bidding processes that prioritize technical merit and past performance. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach—engaging established defense contractors while actively encouraging new entrants through clear solicitation language and early industry engagement. Her procurement strategy demonstrates a strong preference for non-set-aside awards at 80%, yet she consistently prioritizes small business participation, with 12% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 and an additional 8% reserved for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs). This reflects a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic goals without compromising acquisition efficiency or mission readiness. Magdalene’s technical focus centers on NAICS 334511 (aeronautical and navigation systems), 541330 (engineering services), and 541512 (computer systems design), with significant activity in 336413 (aircraft components) and 334419 (electronic components). She specializes in procuring advanced avionics, embedded systems, cybersecurity-enabled platforms, and mission-critical software solutions, demonstrating deep expertise in defense and aerospace technology domains.