Shanellda Y Harris

Shanellda Y. Harris serves as a key procurement professional responsible for managing complex acquisitions within the aerospace and defense technology sector. Her work centers on sourcing advanced aviation systems, avionics components, and mission-critical instrumentation, aligning with national security and air transportation infrastructure priorities. She oversees the full lifecycle of contract actions—from market research and solicitation to award and performance oversight—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and technical requirements. Her portfolio primarily supports the development and sustainment of next-generation aircraft systems and related support services, making her a critical liaison between government operational needs and industrial innovation. While specific contractor names are not available, Harris maintains a procurement pattern that prioritizes technical capability and regulatory compliance over concentrated vendor relationships. She engages with a diverse pool of manufacturers and systems integrators, particularly those with expertise in aerospace engineering and defense-grade electronics. Her contracting approach emphasizes competitive bidding and technical evaluation, fostering an environment where vendors must demonstrate proven performance in high-reliability environments and adherence to stringent quality standards. Harris exhibits a strong preference for open, non-set-aside procurements, with 92.6% of her acquisitions conducted under full and open competition. Nevertheless, she consistently allocates 7.4% of her contracting activity to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a measured but intentional commitment to small business participation. Her approach balances efficiency and compliance, ensuring small businesses have equitable access without compromising mission-critical requirements. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) and 334511 (Search, Detection, Navigation, and Aeronautical System and Instrument Manufacturing), indicating deep expertise in avionics, flight control systems, and sensor technologies. She also procures related support services under 488190 and wireless communications equipment under 334220, demonstrating a broad technical understanding of integrated aerospace systems and their operational ecosystems.