Penny Daniels

Penny Daniels serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA2823 AFTC PZIO under the Department of the Air Force, where she manages the acquisition of advanced airborne and ground-based sensing, communication, and test instrumentation systems critical to aerospace mission readiness. Her portfolio centers on high-precision avionics, electronic warfare, radar, and signal intelligence platforms, ensuring the modernization and integration of mission-critical test and evaluation infrastructure. She oversees the full lifecycle of contracts—from market research and solicitation to award and administration—primarily for technical systems requiring stringent performance, electromagnetic compatibility, and environmental durability standards. Daniels maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including TOM HAMMONDS ENTERPRISES, LLC, STREET LEGAL INDUSTRIES, INC, SPEEGLE CONSTRUCTION, INC, DETECT INC, and THE CONTROLS COMPANY, LLC. These partnerships reflect a blend of niche engineering firms specializing in custom instrumentation, electromagnetic shielding, and specialized maintenance services. Her contracting approach emphasizes technical precision, compliance with military specifications, and vendor reliability in delivering mission-essential hardware and system integration services. Her procurement strategy reflects a strong commitment to small business participation, with over 40% of awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of her acquisitions are open to full and open competition, she actively prioritizes small business vendors capable of delivering specialized technical solutions, demonstrating a balanced yet deliberate focus on socioeconomic contracting goals without compromising mission performance. Daniels’ primary industry focus lies in NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) and 334511 (Aeronautical and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing), with significant activity in 334290 (Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing) and 811219/811310 for calibration, repair, and maintenance of specialized test equipment. Her expertise spans the procurement of high-sensitivity sensors, signal processing units, and ruggedized electronic systems used in live-fire testing and electromagnetic environment simulation, supporting the Air Force’s next-generation test and evaluation capabilities.