Megan F. Baer

Megan F. Baer serves as a key procurement lead within the Department of the Air Force’s FA7014 office, responsible for managing complex acquisitions that sustain and modernize Air Force operational readiness. Her portfolio centers on professional services critical to mission success, including systems engineering and technical assistance, enterprise IT modernization, cybersecurity infrastructure, and mission-critical analytics. She oversees the full lifecycle of contract actions—from solicitation through award and performance management—ensuring alignment with DoD acquisition regulations and strategic modernization priorities. Her work directly supports the Air Force’s mandate to maintain technological superiority through agile, high-integrity contracting. Baer maintains established relationships with principal contractors including SIGMATECH, INC. and PURDUE UNIVERSITY, reflecting a balanced approach between industry specialists and academic research partners. She frequently engages firms offering advanced technical consulting, systems integration, and applied research services, fostering long-term collaborations that bridge innovation and operational need. Her contracting patterns indicate a preference for partners with proven expertise in defense-relevant domains, particularly those capable of delivering scalable, secure, and mission-tailored solutions under tight operational timelines. Her procurement strategy reflects a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 43% of awards designated for small business set-asides, including 28.6% under Total Small Business and 14.3% reserved for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. While the majority of acquisitions remain open to all competitors, her consistent use of socioeconomic set-asides demonstrates a deliberate effort to broaden vendor diversity and strengthen the defense industrial base. Baer’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS codes 541618 (Other Management Consulting Services), 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), and 561421 (Telephone Answering Services), with additional activity in 511210 (Software Publishers) and 334310 (Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing). This mix underscores her role in acquiring both high-level advisory services and specialized technical equipment essential to command, control, and communication systems across Air Force operations.