Andrew McMullen

Andrew (Andy) McMullen serves as a Contracting Officer within the Department of the Air Force’s FA8771 Aflcmc Gbk, where he leads the acquisition of mission-critical information technology solutions to support air and space operations. His portfolio centers on securing scalable, secure digital systems that enhance command and control, cyber resilience, and data-driven decision-making. McMullen manages full lifecycle procurements for custom software development, cloud modernization initiatives, and AI-enabled systems, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and alignment with Air Force digital transformation priorities. He plays a pivotal role in translating operational requirements into legally sound, technically robust contracts that deliver capability at speed. McMullen cultivates strategic partnerships with a diverse pool of vendors specializing in defense-grade IT services. He regularly engages with prime contractors experienced in DoD cybersecurity standards, agile development methodologies, and secure cloud architectures, while maintaining strong collaboration with small business innovators. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, clear statement of work definitions, and rigorous contractor oversight to ensure delivery of mission-critical capabilities under tight operational timelines. McMullen demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 25% of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of his work remains open to full and open competition, he actively prioritizes opportunities for small businesses with expertise in software development and systems integration, fostering a competitive environment that encourages innovation and workforce diversity. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services) and 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), reflecting his specialization in bespoke software, system integration, and IT modernization. He routinely procures secure development environments, DevSecOps toolchains, and AI/ML-enabled analytics platforms, demonstrating deep technical fluency in defense IT domains and a consistent alignment with Air Force priorities in cloud-native architectures and workforce upskilling.