Wesley R Treadway

Wesley R. Treadway serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisitions in defense and aerospace technologies. He plays a critical role in executing the agency’s procurement mission by ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while delivering mission-critical capabilities in guidance systems, aerospace instrumentation, and advanced engineering services. His portfolio primarily consists of competitive sealed bidding and negotiated procurements under FAR Part 15, with a strong emphasis on technical evaluation and risk mitigation in high-stakes, mission-essential programs. Treadway routinely handles contracts requiring specialized engineering expertise and rigorous performance standards. While specific contractor names are not available, Treadway maintains relationships with a diverse pool of vendors specializing in aerospace systems, guided missile components, and defense-related engineering services. He engages both large primes and qualified small businesses, fostering competitive environments that promote innovation and performance accountability. His procurement approach emphasizes source selection based on technical merit, past performance, and cost realism, ensuring value and mission readiness. Treadway’s set-aside preferences reflect a strong commitment to small business participation, with 10% of his acquisitions designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Although the majority of his contracts are unrestricted, he actively promotes small business inclusion through outreach, mentorship programs, and strategic use of small business set-asides when market conditions permit. His contracting patterns align with federal goals to expand economic opportunity while maintaining operational readiness. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334511 (aeronautical and navigation systems) and 336419 (guided missile and space vehicle parts), reflecting deep expertise in defense electronics and avionics. He also regularly procures engineering services under NAICS 541330 and research and development under 541712, demonstrating proficiency in advanced technical domains including sensor integration, systems engineering, and prototype development for national security applications.