Stephanie M Aiken

Stephanie M. Aiken serves as a Contract Specialist with the FA4897 366 Cons Pkp under the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain air base operational readiness. Her portfolio centers on the procurement of advanced communications systems, facility construction, and specialized maintenance services essential to secure and resilient airfield infrastructure. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts—from solicitation and source selection to award and administration—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and aligning procurements with strategic modernization goals for tactical radio, broadcasting, and network infrastructure. Aiken maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including TCG Construction Inc., LDIA Holdings, LLC, C-2 Construction Inc., Asphalt Preservation, LLC, and AES Systems Inc., reflecting a balanced mix of construction, engineering, and communications technology vendors. Her contracting patterns indicate a preference for established firms with proven expertise in military-grade infrastructure and RF/electronic systems, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in technical reliability and performance-based outcomes. Her procurement strategy reflects a strong commitment to socioeconomic diversity, with approximately half of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating active support for small business participation across multiple categories. While she also utilizes open competitions, her consistent use of small business set-asides underscores a deliberate effort to expand vendor diversity and enhance competition within the defense industrial base. Aiken’s technical focus is concentrated in NAICS categories including 334290 (Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing), 334515 (Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring Electrical Signals), and 541519 (Other Computer-Related Services), indicating deep engagement with radio frequency systems, test instrumentation, and mission-critical IT support services. Her expertise spans the integration of hardened communications hardware, environmental control systems, and specialized electronic testing equipment essential to Air Force operational resilience.