424SCMSAFMCRFIR@us.af.mil

The individual associated with this contact serves as a procurement specialist within the U.S. Air Force, focusing exclusively on the acquisition of other aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment manufacturing solutions. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of contracts under NAICS 336413, they ensure the timely delivery of mission-critical components such as avionics subsystems, flight control actuators, and non-engine aircraft support systems. Their role is central to sustaining airworthiness and operational readiness across fighter, transport, and unmanned aerial systems, aligning procurement activities with Air Force logistics and sustainment directives. Contractor relationships are broad and competitive, with no single vendor dominating award activity. The procurement approach emphasizes open competition among qualified manufacturers, including both prime contractors and tiered suppliers with specialized engineering capabilities in aerospace components. Vendor partnerships are typically performance-based, with a strong emphasis on compliance with military specifications, quality assurance standards, and Just-In-Time delivery protocols. The absence of preferred contractors indicates a deliberate strategy to maintain market diversity and mitigate supply chain risk. This office maintains a 100% non-set-aside contracting posture, reflecting a strategic decision to prioritize technical capability, production capacity, and mission urgency over socioeconomic classifications. While small business participation is not formally incentivized through set-asides, the procurement process remains accessible to all qualified firms, including small businesses that meet stringent aerospace manufacturing criteria. The primary technical domain centers on NAICS 336413, encompassing the procurement of non-propulsion aircraft components, including structural fittings, hydraulic line assemblies, electrical harnesses, and auxiliary power unit interfaces. Expertise lies in managing complex supply chains for certified aerospace parts, ensuring adherence to AS9100, ITAR, and DFARS regulatory frameworks. This specialization supports the Air Force’s broader modernization and sustainment objectives across legacy and next-generation platforms.