Sarah K. Marcial

Sarah K. Marcial serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA8681 Aflcmc Ebd, a critical element of the Department of the Air Force responsible for advancing high-capacity munitions, guided missile systems, and precision strike technologies. In this role, she manages the full lifecycle of complex acquisitions—from requirements validation and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical defense capabilities. Her portfolio primarily supports the development and sustainment of next-generation warhead systems, guidance and navigation instrumentation, and integrated strike platforms essential to air and space dominance. She works closely with engineering and program management teams to align contracting strategies with technical specifications and operational timelines. Marcial engages with a diverse base of defense contractors specializing in aerospace and ordnance manufacturing, including firms with expertise in guided missile integration, explosive ordnance design, and advanced avionics systems. She fosters collaborative relationships with prime contractors and tiered subcontractors, emphasizing technical compliance, risk mitigation, and performance accountability. Her procurement approach prioritizes technical rigor and supply chain resilience, often requiring specialized certifications and stringent quality assurance protocols under defense standards such as MIL-STD and ITAR. Her contracting activity reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of her acquisitions conducted without set-asides, indicating a focus on capability-driven sourcing rather than socioeconomic preferences. While small business participation is not formally prioritized in her portfolio, she maintains compliance with all federal contracting regulations and supports small business engagement where it aligns with technical requirements. Marcial’s primary NAICS focus areas include guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing (336414), aeronautical system and instrument manufacturing (334511), and computer systems design services (541512), underscoring her expertise in precision guidance, sensor fusion, and digital integration for munitions systems. She also regularly procures explosives manufacturing (325920) and ammunition production (332993) services, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with ordnance lifecycle management and explosive safety standards.