Stephanie R. Riddle

Stephanie R. Riddle serves as a Contract Negotiator responsible for managing complex acquisition processes within the defense and aerospace sector. She plays a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while facilitating fair and competitive contract awards. Her work centers on negotiating terms, conditions, and pricing for high-value technical contracts, primarily in aircraft propulsion and auxiliary equipment systems. Riddle collaborates closely with program managers, technical evaluators, and legal counsel to align contractual obligations with mission requirements, ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical aerospace components. While specific contractor names are not disclosed in available records, Riddle routinely engages with a diverse pool of prime contractors and subcontractors specializing in aircraft engine manufacturing and related systems. Her negotiation patterns reflect a preference for established industry players with proven technical capabilities, alongside active engagement with small business suppliers capable of meeting stringent aerospace quality standards. She fosters collaborative vendor relationships grounded in transparency, performance accountability, and adherence to FAR clauses governing delivery, inspection, and warranty obligations. Riddle demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with approximately 23.8% of her acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Though the majority of her contracts remain open to all competitors, she consistently prioritizes opportunities for small businesses with relevant technical expertise, aligning with broader agency goals to broaden the supplier base and enhance innovation. Her approach reflects a balanced strategy that supports socioeconomic objectives without compromising mission readiness. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing) and 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), indicating deep expertise in turbine systems, propulsion components, flight control auxiliaries, and related avionics integration. She specializes in sourcing precision-engineered parts requiring stringent certification, including FAA and DoD quality assurance standards, and routinely negotiates contracts involving technical data rights, export controls, and supply chain resilience requirements.