Tracy Ferrise

Tracy Ferrise serves as a secondary contracting professional within the FA8601 AFLCMC PZIO, supporting the Department of the Air Force’s mission to sustain airpower readiness through the acquisition of high-precision analytical instrumentation, electromedical devices, and industrial measurement systems. While not the lead contracting officer, Ferrise plays a critical role in facilitating the procurement lifecycle for mission-critical equipment used in flight testing, fuel analysis, and environmental monitoring. Their responsibilities include coordinating requirements validation, contract administration, and vendor compliance for technical acquisitions that demand rigorous performance standards and calibration certifications. Ferrise maintains a consistent working relationship with C MARTIN CO INC, a key vendor specializing in laboratory-grade analytical instruments and precision measurement systems. This partnership reflects a pattern of engagement with established technical suppliers capable of meeting stringent military specifications for accuracy, durability, and traceability. Vendor interactions are characterized by a focus on technical compliance, delivery reliability, and adherence to federal acquisition regulations, particularly for complex instrumentation requiring specialized installation and validation protocols. Ferrise’s contracting portfolio is overwhelmingly non-set-aside, with 86.1% of awards issued under unrestricted competition, indicating a primary emphasis on technical capability over socioeconomic preferences. However, a consistent 13.9% of awards are structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a measured commitment to small business participation where competitive technical capacity exists. This balance prioritizes mission performance while maintaining statutory obligations to foster small business involvement. The procurement focus centers on NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), with significant activity in NAICS 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing) and 334519 (Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing). These categories reflect deep expertise in acquiring electrotherapeutic, lab-grade, and industrial measurement systems—equipment essential for aerospace diagnostics, biomedical support, and maintenance operations in high-stakes defense environments.