Aaron C. Farris

Aaron C. Farris serves as a key procurement lead within the Department of the Air Force’s FA2517 21 Cons Bldg 350 office, responsible for managing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain and modernize defense infrastructure. His work directly supports the agency’s mission to enhance operational readiness through the procurement of advanced communication systems, facility upgrades, and safety-critical equipment. Farris handles a diverse portfolio of contracts spanning technical systems, construction services, and specialized manufacturing, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning purchases with strategic readiness goals. He plays a central role in evaluating technical requirements, conducting market research, and executing competitive solicitations to secure high-performance solutions for Air Force installations. Farris maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including ASTERI CONSULTING SERVICES LLC, AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, ARHAB LLC, and PRIMEPRO BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for firms with proven expertise in defense-grade infrastructure, electronic systems integration, and site-specific construction services. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical validation, and long-term vendor reliability, fostering collaborative engagements that prioritize mission success over transactional exchanges. His procurement patterns show a strong emphasis on open competition, with 76% of awards issued without set-asides, indicating a focus on broad market access and technical merit. However, he actively supports small business participation, with 20% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 and an additional 4% awarded through 8(a) competed programs, demonstrating a balanced commitment to socioeconomic objectives without compromising mission needs. Farris’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS categories including 334519 (Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing) and 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing), reflecting expertise in secure communication hardware and precision instrumentation. He also frequently procures services under 339920 (Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing), indicating niche demand for specialized protective or training equipment. His technical domain centers on resilient, defense-certified systems that support facility safety, command and control, and infrastructure modernization.