Shasta M. Rieker

Shasta M. Rieker serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while supporting mission-critical needs across technical and manufacturing domains. Her portfolio primarily encompasses complex procurements for fabricated metal products, aerospace components, and custom software solutions, requiring deep familiarity with FAR and DFARS compliance, competitive bidding processes, and performance-based contracting methodologies. Rieker’s work ensures timely delivery of specialized goods and services essential to national infrastructure and defense readiness. While specific contractor names are not available, Rieker maintains relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, including both large-tier manufacturers and small businesses capable of delivering precision-engineered components and bespoke IT solutions. Her contracting approach emphasizes competitive solicitation, clear performance metrics, and rigorous source selection criteria to ensure value and accountability. She consistently engages with suppliers possessing specialized technical capabilities in metal fabrication, aircraft subsystems, and custom programming, fostering long-term vendor partnerships built on quality, reliability, and regulatory adherence. Rieker demonstrates a strong preference for open, unrestricted competition, with 92.3% of her awards issued under the “No Set-Aside” category. Nevertheless, she actively supports small business participation through the 8(a) program, with 7.7% of her awards designated for 8(a) competed contracts. This balanced approach reflects a commitment to market efficiency while fulfilling socioeconomic goals, ensuring that qualified disadvantaged businesses have meaningful access to federal opportunities without compromising acquisition integrity. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 332618 (Other Fabricated Wire Product Manufacturing), 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), and 332999 (All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing). These categories reflect her expertise in sourcing high-precision metal components, aerospace subsystems, and tailored software systems—domains requiring specialized technical knowledge and strict quality controls.