Meredith Manwaring

Meredith Manwaring serves as a procurement professional specializing in aerospace and aviation systems acquisitions, overseeing the acquisition of critical aircraft propulsion components and auxiliary equipment. She plays a key role in executing the agency’s mission to modernize and sustain aviation capabilities through strategic contracting, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and technical performance standards. Her portfolio primarily encompasses complex engineering procurements for aircraft engine systems and related subsystems, requiring deep technical understanding of propulsion design, materials specification, and manufacturing quality assurance protocols. Her contractor relationships are centered on Tier 1 aerospace manufacturers and specialized suppliers with proven capabilities in high-precision engine part fabrication and auxiliary system integration. She consistently engages with firms possessing AS9100 certification and experience in defense-grade manufacturing, fostering long-term partnerships with vendors capable of meeting stringent reliability and traceability requirements. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, her pattern reflects a preference for established industry players with robust supply chain controls and engineering support infrastructure. Manwaring demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 25% of her acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Her contracting approach prioritizes socioeconomic opportunities for small businesses capable of meeting technical specifications in aircraft component manufacturing, though the majority of her work remains open to all competitors due to the specialized nature of the requirements. She actively encourages small business teaming arrangements and leverages mentor-protégé programs to build capacity within the small business base. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing) and 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in turbine components, fuel systems, control actuators, and auxiliary power units. She manages acquisitions requiring advanced metallurgy, precision machining, and rigorous certification processes, ensuring that all procurements align with national aviation safety and performance standards.