Steven A. Winner

Steven Winner serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation and market research through solicitation, award, and contract administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with FAR regulations and promoting efficient, transparent procurement practices. His portfolio primarily encompasses complex technical procurements in advanced manufacturing and electronic instrumentation, requiring detailed technical evaluations and risk mitigation strategies. Winner routinely handles both competitive and sole-source actions, with a strong emphasis on ensuring fair and open competition while adhering to statutory small business goals. While specific contractor names are not available, Winner maintains consistent working relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses with specialized engineering capabilities and mid-tier manufacturers of precision instrumentation and communication equipment. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for collaborative, performance-based contracting approaches, often utilizing indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) mechanisms and fixed-price incentives to align vendor performance with mission outcomes. He engages with vendors through pre-solicitation outreach and industry days to foster transparency and enhance market understanding. Winner demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with over 40% of his awards directed toward small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, including a notable focus on Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). His set-aside strategy prioritizes broad small business participation while maintaining competitive integrity, aligning with agency-wide objectives to increase vendor diversity and stimulate innovation among underrepresented market participants. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334515 (electrical measurement instrumentation), 333993 (packaging machinery), and 334220 (wireless communications equipment), reflecting deep expertise in electronic systems, automated manufacturing, and RF/telecom hardware. He regularly evaluates technical specifications for precision testing devices, aerospace components, and specialized rubberized industrial parts, requiring familiarity with MIL-STDs, calibration standards, and supply chain resilience requirements.