Peter Richmond

Peter Richmond serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisition programs centered on advanced aerospace and engineering systems. He plays a critical role in ensuring mission-critical capabilities are procured in full compliance with federal acquisition regulations, with a focus on technical precision, competitive sourcing, and timely contract execution. His portfolio primarily involves the acquisition of specialized instrumentation, navigation systems, and associated engineering services, supporting national defense and aviation technology objectives. Richmond’s expertise lies in structuring solicitations that balance innovation with regulatory rigor, ensuring acquisitions align with strategic agency priorities while maintaining fiscal accountability and performance transparency. While specific contractor names are not disclosed in available records, Richmond’s procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with a diverse pool of vendors specializing in high-precision manufacturing and systems engineering. He fosters collaborative relationships with both large prime contractors and qualified small businesses, emphasizing technical capability, past performance, and compliance with quality assurance standards. His approach prioritizes fair and open competition, with a strong emphasis on soliciting responsive, technically sound proposals that meet stringent performance requirements. Richmond’s contracting activity reflects a strong preference for unrestricted competitions, with 86.7% of awards issued under the “No Set-Aside” category. However, he maintains a deliberate and consistent commitment to small business participation, allocating 13.3% of awards to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This demonstrates a balanced approach—prioritizing competition while actively enabling small businesses to compete for contracts within their technical scope, without reliance on other socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides. His primary procurement focus is on NAICS 334511, encompassing the acquisition of search, detection, navigation, and guidance systems, including avionics and sensor technologies. He also regularly procures engineering services under NAICS 541330, particularly for systems integration, test and evaluation, and technical analysis. This specialization reflects deep domain expertise in aerospace and defense-related engineering, positioning him as a key procurement professional in the acquisition of mission-critical technical systems.