Barbara Makamson

Barbara Makamson serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4608 2 Cons Lgc under the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing procurement actions that sustain mission-critical infrastructure across Air Force installations. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle management of contracts for facility maintenance, security systems, communications equipment, and specialized construction services. She ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with operational readiness goals, focusing on reliable physical infrastructure—from airfields and hangars to recreational and religious facilities—that supports both daily operations and long-term resilience. Makamson maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of contractors including UNITED POOL MAINTENANCE LLC, WHITEDS ENVIRONMENTAL, INC., HALLIDAY TECHNOLOGIES INC, CALEB CRUCIAN, and ARABIC INTERPRETERS LLC. These partnerships reflect a balanced mix of niche service providers and specialized technical vendors, with an emphasis on firms capable of delivering integrated solutions in environmental compliance, facility operations, and language support for diverse military communities. Her contracting approach prioritizes performance-based outcomes and long-term vendor reliability over transactional engagements. A strong advocate for socioeconomic opportunity, Makamson consistently structures solicitations to maximize small business participation, with 40% of her acquisitions designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides and 20% reserved for SBA-certified Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Businesses (EDWOSB). An additional 20% are allocated to Women-Owned Small Businesses, demonstrating a deliberate strategy to expand access for underrepresented entrepreneurs while maintaining competitive rigor. Her technical focus centers on five key NAICS categories: 541330 (Engineering Services), 334519 and 334516 (specialized measuring, control, and analytical instrument manufacturing), 238210 (electrical contracting), and 236220 (commercial and institutional construction). These reflect deep expertise in procuring infrastructure modernization, security system integration, and facility upgrade services critical to sustaining Air Force operational environments.