Andrew R. Lawson

Andrew R. Lawson serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA7000 10 Cons Lgc unit of the Department of the Air Force, supporting the U.S. Air Force Academy’s mission to advance aerospace research and cadet technical training. He manages the full lifecycle of complex procurements for precision instrumentation, laboratory equipment, and specialized technical systems critical to operational readiness. His portfolio centers on high-accuracy measuring devices, unmanned systems, and advanced analytical platforms used in flight simulation, materials testing, and aerospace diagnostics. Lawson ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning acquisitions with strategic modernization goals for scientific infrastructure. He maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of specialized vendors, including SAWASAWA LLC, BERNARD CAP, LLC, TEAL DRONES INC, BRANSCOME OPERATING, LLC, and LAVISION, INC. These contractors provide mission-critical hardware and software solutions tailored to aerospace testing and training environments. Lawson’s procurement approach emphasizes technical specificity, performance-based requirements, and vendor reliability, fostering long-term partnerships with firms possessing deep domain expertise in defense-grade instrumentation and unmanned aerial systems. Lawson’s contracting activity reflects a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of his awards issued under no set-aside classifications. This reflects a deliberate focus on technical capability over socioeconomic categorization, prioritizing the highest-performing vendors capable of meeting stringent aerospace standards. While small business participation is not formally incentivized in his portfolio, he remains compliant with all federal requirements and evaluates all eligible firms based on technical merit and past performance. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336414 (Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing) and NAICS 811219 (Other Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance), underscoring his expertise in acquiring and sustaining advanced aerospace test equipment, sensor systems, and precision calibration tools. Lawson’s technical acumen ensures that acquisitions directly support the Academy’s mission to train future aerospace leaders with state-of-the-art instrumentation.