Stephanie M Gisseman

Stephanie M. Gisseman serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and advancing mission-critical procurement objectives within her organization. Her portfolio primarily encompasses complex technical acquisitions in aerospace systems and information technology services, requiring deep familiarity with defense and federal IT procurement protocols. She routinely handles both competitive and sole-source contracts, emphasizing transparency, fairness, and regulatory adherence across all stages of the acquisition process. While specific contractor names are not available, her contracting patterns reflect consistent engagement with a diverse range of vendors, including prime contractors with expertise in aircraft manufacturing and IT services, as well as small business subcontractors. Her procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and clear statement of work development, fostering strong vendor partnerships grounded in accountability and technical precision. She maintains a balanced relationship with both large industry players and small business concerns, ensuring competitive integrity and operational readiness. Stephanie demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with nearly 80% of her awards issued under unrestricted competition, while actively supporting small business participation through Total Small Business Set-Asides (FAR 19.5) and 8(a) competed awards. Her consistent use of these set-aside authorities reflects a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small disadvantaged businesses and promote equitable access to federal contracts, aligning with broader agency goals for inclusive economic growth. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing) and related aerospace subsystems, alongside a significant concentration in computer services—particularly custom programming, facilities management, and other IT support services under NAICS 541511, 541513, and 541519. This technical specialization underscores her expertise in procuring advanced aviation systems and mission-critical IT infrastructure, making her a key liaison between engineering requirements and acquisition execution in high-stakes federal environments.