Andre Jackson

Andre D. Jackson serves as a Contract Specialist with the 436th Contracting Squadron under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain air base infrastructure and operational readiness. He manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions for facility maintenance, construction, and environmental services, ensuring compliance with FAR and Air Force-specific contracting directives. His portfolio primarily supports the integrity of hangars, airfield systems, and installation security environments through timely and compliant contract awards, directly enabling the squadron’s mission to preserve critical aerospace infrastructure. Jackson maintains a consistent working relationship with OSTROM PAINTING & SANDBLASTING, INC, a key vendor delivering specialized surface preparation and coating services essential to facility preservation. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance reliability and regulatory adherence, particularly with firms experienced in military installation requirements. He actively collaborates with contractors to ensure adherence to technical specifications for durability, safety, and environmental compliance in high-traffic operational areas. A strong advocate for small business participation, Jackson prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, which account for 75% of his acquisitions. He also regularly utilizes HUBZone set-asides, reflecting a deliberate strategy to promote economic development in underserved communities. His contracting patterns demonstrate a structured commitment to socioeconomic goals, ensuring equitable access for small, disadvantaged, and regionally targeted businesses while maintaining mission-critical standards. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), with significant activity in flooring (238330) and landscaping services (561730). Jackson specializes in complex facility sustainment contracts requiring coordination between architectural, civil, and environmental disciplines, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with military construction standards, ASTM specifications, and base-wide infrastructure resilience protocols.