Shonna A. Gray

Shonna A. Gray serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and promoting efficient, transparent procurement practices. Her portfolio primarily encompasses industrial and manufacturing-related procurements, with a focus on hardware, mechanical components, and motor vehicle parts systems. Gray consistently applies sound contracting methodology to support mission-critical supply chains, ensuring timely delivery of technically complex goods while maintaining fiscal accountability and regulatory integrity. While specific contractor names are not available, Gray’s procurement patterns indicate regular engagement with manufacturers and suppliers specializing in precision-engineered components, including hardware, fluid power systems, and mechanical power transmission equipment. Her working relationships reflect a preference for established industrial vendors with proven manufacturing capabilities and quality control systems, often requiring compliance with AS9100 or ISO 9001 standards. She collaborates closely with technical stakeholders to define performance-based specifications and evaluate vendor capabilities through source selection criteria that emphasize technical merit, past performance, and delivery reliability. Gray demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with approximately 20.8% of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of her acquisitions remain open to all competitors, her consistent use of small business set-asides reflects a deliberate strategy to foster competition and expand opportunities for small manufacturers. She does not appear to prioritize other socioeconomic categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, instead focusing on broad-based small business eligibility under the standard small business size standards. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 335911 (Electrical Equipment Manufacturing), with significant activity in 336390 (Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing) and 332510 (Hardware Manufacturing). She routinely procures components such as actuators, valves, fasteners, and transmission systems, demonstrating technical expertise in mechanical and industrial supply chains. Gray’s domain knowledge enables her to effectively evaluate technical proposals and ensure alignment with operational requirements in defense, transportation, and industrial sectors.