Virginia Willcox

Virginia Willcox serves as an Acquisition Specialist responsible for managing complex procurement actions within the defense and aerospace supply chain. She plays a critical role in executing full lifecycle contracting activities, from requirement validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, and award. Her portfolio centers on high-precision manufacturing and aviation components, ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical systems to support national defense objectives. Willcox routinely handles competitive sealed bidding and negotiated procurements under FAR Part 15, with a strong emphasis on technical compliance and risk mitigation in highly regulated industrial sectors. While specific contractor names are not available, Willcox maintains consistent engagement with a diverse base of industrial suppliers, including Tier 1 and Tier 2 manufacturers specializing in aerospace-grade components. Her procurement approach prioritizes technical capability, quality assurance, and supply chain resilience, fostering long-term vendor partnerships with firms possessing AS9100 certification and robust quality management systems. She actively collaborates with industry stakeholders during pre-solicitation outreach to ensure requirements are realistic and achievable within current manufacturing capabilities. Willcox demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with nearly 60% of her acquisitions structured to support small business participation. Her preferences include a balanced allocation between Total Small Business Set-Asides and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, reflecting a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for veteran-owned enterprises while maintaining broad small business inclusion. She consistently applies FAR 19.5 provisions to maximize competition among eligible small businesses without compromising mission readiness. Her technical focus lies primarily in NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), with significant activity in NAICS 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing) and NAICS 332991 (Ball and Roller Bearing Manufacturing). She specializes in procuring precision-engineered components for military aircraft systems, including flight control actuators, propulsion subsystems, and high-load-bearing bearings, requiring deep familiarity with MIL-SPEC standards and aerospace material specifications.