Tina Cooper

Tina Cooper serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4861 99 Cons Lgc under the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain airpower readiness. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts for advanced communications systems, specialized equipment maintenance, and facility infrastructure projects essential to command, control, and surveillance operations. Her work ensures the timely fielding and sustainment of secure broadcasting and technical systems critical to operational effectiveness. Cooper routinely handles complex, high-stakes procurements involving technical specifications for aerospace-grade components, maintenance services, and facility modernization efforts aligned with Air Force modernization priorities. While specific contractor names are not currently available, Cooper maintains a diverse vendor engagement strategy, working with both large prime contractors and specialized small businesses capable of delivering niche technical solutions. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach to supplier diversity, fostering partnerships with firms possessing expertise in aerospace systems integration, facility maintenance, and mission-critical equipment support. She is known for her collaborative approach, ensuring vendor compliance with federal acquisition regulations and technical performance standards. Cooper demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with approximately 33.3% of her portfolio reserved for small business set-asides, including 25% total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 and 8.3% allocated to HUBZone firms. She actively prioritizes opportunities for small businesses with proven technical capabilities, aligning with DoD initiatives to broaden the defense industrial base and enhance resilience through diversified sourcing. Her primary NAICS focus includes 336413 for other aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment, and 561790 for building services, reflecting expertise in procuring aerospace components and facility support systems. She also manages acquisitions in medical device manufacturing categories, indicating a unique intersection of defense and health infrastructure needs. Cooper’s technical domain spans secure communications hardware, maintenance logistics, and infrastructure sustainment, positioning her as a key enabler of Air Force operational continuity.