Theresa Boutchyard

Theresa Boutchyaard serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex procurements in advanced technology and defense-related systems. She plays a pivotal role in executing the agency’s acquisition strategy by ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations, conducting market research, and facilitating competitive bidding processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses high-technology equipment and systems, including navigation, guidance, and communications hardware, reflecting a strong focus on mission-critical capabilities essential to national security and operational readiness. She oversees the full lifecycle of acquisitions—from solicitation and evaluation to award and contract administration—ensuring alignment with statutory requirements and strategic objectives. Theresa cultivates collaborative relationships with a diverse range of vendors, particularly those specializing in aerospace, avionics, and electronic systems manufacturing. While no single contractor dominates her award profile, she consistently engages with firms possessing technical expertise in precision instrumentation, motor and generator systems, and wireless communications equipment. Her approach emphasizes competitive fairness and technical merit, fostering partnerships with both established prime contractors and innovative small businesses capable of meeting stringent performance and certification standards. Her procurement patterns reveal a strong preference for unrestricted competitions, with 73.2% of awards issued under the “No Set-Aside” category, consistent with the technical complexity and specialized nature of the requirements. However, she actively supports small business participation, allocating 26.8% of her awards to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both competition and socioeconomic goals without reliance on niche set-asides like 8(a) or HUBZone. Theresa’s primary industry focus centers on NAICS 334511 (aeronautical and navigation systems manufacturing) and 335312 (motor and generator manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in electromechanical and sensor-based systems. She frequently procures precision instruments, control devices, and radio communications equipment, requiring contractors with proven capabilities in MIL-STD compliance, environmental testing, and ruggedized design. Her domain knowledge spans aerospace engineering, embedded systems, and electronic warfare support technologies, positioning her as a key steward of mission-critical hardware acquisition.