Aaron Brummitt

Aaron Brummitt serves as a key procurement lead for the New River Valley Airport Commission, overseeing acquisitions critical to sustaining and modernizing regional aviation infrastructure. His responsibilities center on securing specialized goods and services that directly support airfield operations, with a primary focus on fueling infrastructure, airfield lighting systems, and site-level construction support. He manages the full lifecycle of contract actions—from requirements definition and market research to award and administration—ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and alignment with the agency’s mission of operational reliability and safety. His work directly enables the commission’s strategic priorities in aviation system resilience and infrastructure enhancement. While specific contractor relationships are not currently documented in available records, Brummitt’s procurement activity consistently engages merchant wholesalers and suppliers of aviation-grade petroleum products and related fueling system components. He maintains a vendor ecosystem characterized by established industry suppliers with proven capability in delivering certified aviation fuels, fuel handling equipment, and safety-compliant storage solutions. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for direct, performance-based procurement with minimal intermediation, prioritizing technical compliance and supply chain reliability over complex subcontracting structures. Brummitt’s contracting portfolio exhibits no set-aside preferences, with 100% of acquisitions awarded under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic focus on technical specificity and operational urgency over socioeconomic targeting, aligning with the agency’s mission-critical need for uninterrupted aviation support services. While small business participation is not formally prioritized in procurement policy, all vendors are evaluated on technical merit, delivery capability, and regulatory adherence. His primary procurement focus is under NAICS 424720, which encompasses petroleum and petroleum products merchant wholesalers. He specializes in acquiring aviation fuel (Jet A and 100LL), fuel additives, dispensing systems, and related safety and containment equipment. His technical expertise lies in ensuring fuel supply chain integrity, regulatory compliance with FAA and EPA standards, and compatibility with airport fueling infrastructure.