Wendi D Lough

Wendi D. Lough serves as a procurement professional responsible for managing complex acquisitions in advanced technology and defense systems, playing a pivotal role in supporting national security and aerospace capabilities. She oversees the full lifecycle of contracting actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and contract administration—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-critical requirements. Her portfolio primarily encompasses high-precision instrumentation, avionics, and communications equipment, aligning with strategic modernization goals across defense and aerospace domains. She works closely with technical stakeholders to translate operational needs into enforceable contract requirements that ensure performance, reliability, and interoperability. Lough maintains a broad network of contractors specializing in aerospace engineering and electronic systems manufacturing, engaging both large primes and niche suppliers with deep technical expertise. Her procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding and technical evaluation, fostering partnerships with firms capable of delivering cutting-edge components for navigation, guidance, and sensor systems. While she does not rely heavily on a small set of vendors, her consistent engagement with specialized manufacturers ensures access to innovative solutions and supply chain resilience. Her contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 90.9% of awards issued without set-aside restrictions. Nevertheless, she actively supports socioeconomic goals, allocating 4.5% of awards to Total Small Business Set-Asides and an additional 4.5% to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both competition and inclusion under FAR Part 19. Lough’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334511 (aeronautical and navigation systems), 336413 (aircraft auxiliary equipment), and 541330 (engineering services), reflecting deep expertise in avionics, flight control systems, and mission-critical engineering design. She routinely procures integrated electronic components, sensor arrays, and custom test equipment used in defense and aerospace platforms, requiring rigorous adherence to MIL-STD and DO-160 technical standards.