Charlene Bostic

Ms. Charlene Bostic serves as a PTAC Procurement Specialist supporting the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), where she facilitates the acquisition of mission-critical technologies essential to maintaining tactical superiority for elite special operations forces. In this role, she provides expert guidance on federal procurement regulations, assists contractors in navigating USSOCOM’s acquisition processes, and ensures compliance with Department of Defense contracting standards. Her work centers on enabling rapid prototyping, technology experimentation, and field-deployable solutions—particularly in tactical communications, electro-optical systems, and advanced sensor platforms. She collaborates closely with industry partners to align commercial innovations with USSOCOM’s operational requirements, acting as a vital bridge between small businesses and the complex defense procurement ecosystem. While specific contractor relationships are not publicly enumerated, Ms. Bostic engages with a broad spectrum of defense contractors and technology innovators, including firms specializing in ruggedized communications hardware, night vision systems, AI-enabled data fusion, and rapid prototyping services. Her approach emphasizes early industry engagement, market research, and transparent solicitation development to foster competitive, responsive contracting. She frequently supports non-traditional defense vendors and emerging tech firms seeking to enter the national security marketplace. Ms. Bostic’s procurement activity reflects a 100% focus on open, unrestricted competitions with no set-asides for 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or other socioeconomic programs. This indicates a procurement strategy prioritizing technical capability and mission urgency over socioeconomic preferences, consistent with USSOCOM’s operational tempo and need for rapid fielding of cutting-edge capabilities. Her primary procurement focus falls under NAICS 921190 (Other General Government Support), reflecting her role in supporting high-priority, non-traditional defense acquisitions that bridge commercial innovation with special operations needs. She specializes in procuring technical services, R&D support, prototype development, and integrated systems that enhance situational awareness, communications resilience, and mission adaptability in contested environments.