Tracie Rustin

Tracie M. Rustin serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex procurements across technical and industrial domains, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and advancing mission-critical objectives. She oversees the full lifecycle of contract actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and administration—focusing on high-precision instrumentation, software services, and specialized manufacturing solutions. Her role is central to delivering reliable, compliant, and efficient acquisitions that support operational capabilities within her organization, prioritizing transparency, competition, and regulatory integrity throughout the procurement process. While specific contractor names are not available, Rustin maintains a broad network of vendors spanning large prime contractors and small businesses, particularly those with expertise in custom programming, analytical instrumentation, and industrial control systems. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach to competition, fostering relationships with both established industry players and innovative small businesses capable of meeting technical specifications for mission-critical systems. She consistently encourages responsive, qualified bidders through clear solicitation language and structured evaluation criteria. Rustin demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with nearly 42% of her awards directed toward small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, including a notable 7.3% allocated to 8(a) competed contracts. Her procurement strategy prioritizes small business participation, aligning with federal goals to expand economic opportunity while maintaining competitive rigor. She actively leverages set-aside authorities to ensure diverse vendor engagement without compromising technical performance or value. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS codes related to custom computer programming services, analytical laboratory instrumentation, and industrial process control systems. She regularly acquires software development, precision measurement devices, and test equipment used in scientific and industrial environments, reflecting deep technical familiarity with electronics manufacturing, data acquisition systems, and automated monitoring technologies. Rustin’s expertise ensures that acquisitions meet stringent performance standards while supporting innovation in engineering and analytical applications.