Andre Lopez

Andre Lopez serves as a contracting professional within the 436 Contracting Squadron of the Department of the Air Force, supporting the operational readiness of Air Force installations through the acquisition of critical facility and infrastructure services. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on maintenance, construction support, and technical services essential to sustaining aircraft operations, hangar systems, and base security environments. His work directly enables mission-critical readiness by ensuring the functionality of airfield infrastructure and allied support systems through timely and compliant procurement actions. Lopez maintains a consistent working relationship with Ostrom Painting & Sandblasting, Inc., a key vendor in facility preservation and surface preparation services. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established small business partners with specialized technical capabilities in industrial maintenance and environmental compliance. He engages contractors through competitive sealed bidding and simplified acquisition procedures, prioritizing performance-based outcomes and quality assurance standards aligned with Air Force installation requirements. His procurement strategy demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with over half of his awards designated for Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He regularly utilizes Women-Owned and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business set-asides, reflecting a deliberate effort to broaden vendor diversity and foster socioeconomic equity in defense contracting. His approach aligns with Department of the Air Force goals to empower small business innovation while maintaining mission-critical service levels. Lopez’s primary NAICS focus areas include commercial and industrial machinery repair (811310), electrical contracting (238210), testing laboratories (541380), and professional technical services (541990). He procures specialized services such as facility inspections, preventive maintenance for aviation support equipment, non-destructive testing, and electrical system upgrades. His technical expertise centers on industrial facility sustainment, ensuring compliance with military environmental and safety standards across active-duty air base operations.