Tekisha Graves

Tekisha Graves serves as a procurement professional responsible for managing complex acquisitions within the aerospace and defense technology sector. She oversees the full lifecycle of contract actions, from requirements development and market research to award and performance monitoring, ensuring alignment with federal acquisition regulations. Her work supports critical national defense and aviation modernization initiatives, with a focus on sourcing advanced components for aircraft systems and communication equipment. Graves plays a pivotal role in translating technical operational needs into solicitation requirements that attract qualified industry partners while maintaining strict compliance with statutory and regulatory frameworks. Her contractor relationships are primarily with manufacturers specializing in aerospace components, including firms producing flight-critical parts, propulsion systems, and avionics. She engages with a mix of large prime contractors and mid-tier suppliers capable of meeting stringent military specifications, often requiring AS9100 certification and ITAR compliance. While no single vendor dominates her portfolio, her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established suppliers with proven track records in high-reliability manufacturing and engineering support services. Graves demonstrates a strong orientation toward open competition, with 93.3% of her acquisitions conducted without set-asides, reflecting a focus on technical capability and mission readiness over socioeconomic preferences. Nevertheless, she consistently allocates 6.7% of her portfolio to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, indicating a measured but intentional commitment to fostering small business participation where market conditions permit. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) and 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in propulsion systems, flight control components, and auxiliary power units. She also procures specialized radio and communication equipment under NAICS 334220, demonstrating proficiency in electromagnetic compatibility, signal integrity, and secure data transmission systems essential to modern aerospace platforms.