Treva H Lichty

Treva H. Lichty serves as a Contract Negotiator responsible for managing complex procurement actions within the defense and aerospace sector, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and achieving optimal value for government requirements. Her role centers on negotiating contract terms, evaluating proposals, and facilitating timely award decisions for critical aviation systems. She plays a pivotal role in the agency’s mission to secure high-integrity aircraft engine components and related parts, working closely with technical evaluators, legal counsel, and acquisition teams to align contractual obligations with operational needs. Lichty specializes in sole-source and competitive procurements under FAR Part 15, with a focus on technical specifications governing turbine systems, propulsion components, and maintenance support packages. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, Lichty maintains consistent engagement with a network of certified manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers specializing in precision aerospace engineering. Her working relationships emphasize long-term vendor collaboration, performance-based contracting, and rigorous source selection under established evaluation criteria. She prioritizes transparency and fairness in the sourcing process, ensuring that all bidders meet stringent quality, safety, and delivery standards required for defense-critical applications. Lichty’s procurement portfolio reflects a strong commitment to small business participation, with 20% of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. She actively leverages small business programs to foster innovation and supply chain resilience, though the majority of her acquisitions—80%—are conducted as unrestricted competitions to ensure broad market access and competitive pricing. Her approach balances socioeconomic objectives with mission-critical performance demands. Her primary focus is exclusively on NAICS 336412, Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing, encompassing the procurement of turbine blades, fuel control systems, exhaust components, and overhaul kits. Lichty possesses deep technical expertise in propulsion system specifications, material certifications, and military aviation standards, making her a key liaison between engineering requirements and contract execution in the aerospace defense domain.