Mindy L. Long

Mindy L. Long serves as a procurement specialist focused on aerospace and aviation systems, managing complex acquisitions for critical aircraft components and propulsion systems. Her role centers on ensuring timely, compliant, and technically sound contract awards that support national defense and aviation readiness objectives. She routinely oversees the full lifecycle of procurements—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—with a strong emphasis on technical accuracy and regulatory adherence. Her portfolio is dominated by high-value, mission-critical items requiring stringent quality control and supply chain integrity. Long’s contracting patterns reflect a preference for established industrial base suppliers with proven capability in precision manufacturing and aerospace engineering. She maintains consistent relationships with a select group of Tier 1 and Tier 2 manufacturers specializing in certified aircraft parts, engine components, and auxiliary systems. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, her awards typically go to firms with AS9100 certification, ITAR compliance, and robust quality management systems. Her working relationships are characterized by early industry engagement, clear technical requirements, and structured evaluation criteria that prioritize performance and reliability over cost alone. Long’s procurement strategy shows no reliance on socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of her awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a deliberate focus on technical capability and industrial capacity over socioeconomic preferences, aligning with the specialized nature of her acquisitions. While small businesses are not excluded, her approach prioritizes mission-critical performance and supply chain resilience, resulting in a procurement environment that emphasizes technical merit and proven track records. Her primary focus lies in NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) and 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing), indicating deep expertise in turbine components, flight control systems, avionics housings, and auxiliary power units. She specializes in procuring highly engineered, FAA- or DoD-certified hardware used in military and commercial aircraft, demonstrating advanced familiarity with aerospace standards, material specifications, and certification pathways.