Austin M. Haylock

Austin M. Haylock serves as a Contract Specialist within the Department of the Air Force’s FA7014 office, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain Air Force operational readiness. He manages a diverse portfolio of professional services contracts, with a primary focus on systems engineering and technical assistance (SETA), enterprise IT modernization, and cybersecurity infrastructure support. Haylock ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with the agency’s strategic priorities in technical innovation and mission analytics. His work directly supports the integration of advanced capabilities across Air Force platforms and command systems. Haylock maintains consistent contracting relationships with key industry partners, including SIGMATECH, INC. and Purdue University, reflecting a balanced approach between commercial service providers and academic research institutions. He frequently engages vendors offering specialized technical consulting, data analytics, and IT modernization services, fostering collaborative partnerships that bridge defense requirements with cutting-edge innovation. His contracting patterns emphasize performance-based outcomes and long-term service delivery, often utilizing Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) and Other Transaction Authority (OTA) mechanisms where appropriate. His procurement strategy reflects an even split between open competition and Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a strong commitment to socioeconomic diversity in the supplier base. Haylock consistently prioritizes small business participation, ensuring eligible firms have equitable access to opportunities without reliance on other set-aside programs such as 8(a) or HUBZone. This balanced approach supports both innovation and workforce development across the defense industrial base. The majority of his acquisitions fall under NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), reflecting deep expertise in IT support, cloud migration, and mission analytics. Notably, he also manages contracts under NAICS 561740 (Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Services), indicating a broad scope of administrative and facility support services essential to base operations. This dual focus underscores his ability to manage both high-tech and mission-enabling procurements within a single portfolio.