Nina S. Taliferro

Nina S. Taliferro serves as an Acquisition Specialist responsible for managing complex procurement initiatives involving advanced sensing, measurement, and control systems. She plays a critical role in executing the agency’s acquisition strategy by ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while delivering mission-critical technical capabilities. Her portfolio primarily encompasses the acquisition of specialized instrumentation, navigation systems, and precision electronic components, requiring deep technical understanding and rigorous market analysis to align vendor offerings with operational requirements. She oversees the full acquisition lifecycle—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring transparency, fairness, and regulatory adherence. While specific contractor names are not available, Taliferro maintains a broad network of industrial suppliers specializing in high-precision manufacturing and aerospace-grade instrumentation. Her contracting patterns reflect engagement with both large-tier manufacturers and niche technical firms capable of meeting stringent performance and certification standards. She prioritizes vendors with proven experience in ISO-certified production environments and those capable of supporting long-term sustainment and technical documentation requirements. Taliferro demonstrates a strong preference for open competition, with 93.8% of her acquisitions conducted without set-asides, reflecting a focus on technical capability over socioeconomic criteria. Nevertheless, she actively supports small business participation, with 6.3% of her awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, aligning with agency goals to foster innovation from smaller, agile suppliers. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334511 (aeronautical and navigation systems) and 334514 (fluid metering and counting devices), with significant activity in 335999 (miscellaneous electrical components) and 334519 (other measuring and controlling devices). She routinely procures mission-critical sensors, flow meters, control panels, and integrated electronic subsystems used in defense, energy, and industrial automation applications, demonstrating specialized expertise in precision instrumentation and electro-mechanical systems.