Alson M. Dacalio

Alson Dacalio serves as a primary contracting professional within the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation at Oklahoma City, where he plays a central role in securing critical aviation components essential to sustaining U.S. military airframe and propulsion systems. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions, he ensures operational readiness by acquiring high-reliability parts and support equipment for both legacy and modern aircraft platforms. His portfolio focuses on technical acquisitions governed by FAR and DFARS, with emphasis on supply chain resilience and just-in-time logistics for mission-critical aviation systems. Dacalio maintains consistent procurement relationships with key industry partners including Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation, Aero International, LLC, and Thomas Instrument, Incorporated, among others. These partnerships reflect a preference for established Tier 1 and specialized aerospace suppliers with proven capabilities in manufacturing and certifying aviation components. His contracting patterns indicate a reliance on experienced vendors with deep technical expertise in avionics, engine parts, and auxiliary systems, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in quality assurance and compliance with military specifications. His procurement approach prioritizes open competition, with 92% of awards issued under no set-aside conditions, reflecting a mission-driven focus on technical capability over socioeconomic preferences. While small business participation is present at 7.6%, and HUBZone set-asides occur infrequently at 0.3%, his primary emphasis remains on securing mission-critical performance, with socioeconomic programs serving as secondary considerations. Dacalio’s technical focus centers on NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) and 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing), reflecting deep specialization in procuring turbine components, flight control systems, sensors, and support hardware. His expertise lies in sourcing precision-engineered aviation parts that meet stringent MIL-SPEC and FAA certification standards, ensuring compatibility and safety across DoD aircraft fleets.