Trena Held

Trena Held serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement analysis and solicitation development to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports her agency’s mission by delivering essential technical services and specialized equipment through transparent, competitive procurement processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses engineering services, aerospace components, and industrial instrumentation, requiring a deep understanding of technical specifications, performance-based contracting, and risk mitigation strategies. While specific contractor names are not available, Trena routinely engages with a diverse range of vendors, including prime contractors, subcontractors, and specialized manufacturers operating in highly technical domains. Her procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding and vendor performance accountability, fostering long-term partnerships with firms capable of meeting stringent quality and delivery standards in engineering and aerospace sectors. Trena’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 85.7% of her awards issued without set-aside restrictions. However, she consistently supports small business participation, allocating 14.3% of her acquisitions to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This demonstrates a balanced commitment to both efficiency and socioeconomic goals, ensuring small businesses have meaningful access to opportunities without compromising mission-critical requirements. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Engineering Services (541330), Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), and Instruments for Industrial Process Control (334513), indicating deep expertise in procuring complex technical systems, avionics components, and precision measurement devices. She also engages with firms in data publishing and specialized repair services, reflecting a broad yet technically grounded acquisition profile centered on advanced manufacturing and systems integration.