Sandra F. Gilbert

Sandra F. Gilbert serves as an Acquisition Specialist responsible for managing complex procurement actions within the defense and aerospace sectors. She plays a critical role in executing full lifecycle acquisitions—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with FAR and agency-specific acquisition policies. Her portfolio centers on high-precision aerospace components and electronic systems, requiring deep technical understanding and rigorous source selection processes. Gilbert consistently prioritizes mission-critical requirements while maintaining strict adherence to regulatory frameworks governing federal contracting. While specific contractor names are not available, Gilbert’s procurement patterns indicate a strong reliance on established Tier 1 and Tier 2 manufacturers with proven capabilities in aerospace systems integration. She engages with a diverse base of industrial contractors, including those with AS9100 and ITAR certifications, emphasizing technical qualification, past performance, and supply chain resilience. Her working relationships are characterized by early industry engagement, clear performance metrics, and structured contract management to ensure delivery of mission-critical hardware under stringent quality controls. Gilbert’s contracting activity reflects a pronounced preference for unrestricted competition, with 98.3% of awards issued without set-aside designations. Only 1.1% of her awards are allocated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, and 0.6% as HUBZone set-asides, indicating a focus on technical capability over socioeconomic preferences. Though small business participation is limited, her approach remains compliant with statutory obligations, and she actively evaluates small business capabilities where technical requirements align with their niche expertise. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), accounting for over half of her activity, followed by 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing) and 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing). She also procures specialized electronic components under NAICS 334419 and current-carrying wiring devices under 335931. Gilbert’s domain expertise centers on avionics, flight control systems, and mission-critical electrical subsystems, requiring precise engineering specifications and rigorous conformance testing.