Barry L. McMannes

Barry L. McMannes serves as a Contract Administrator within the FA4600 55 Cons Pkp unit of the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain and modernize infrastructure essential to Air Force operational readiness. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts covering facility maintenance, cyber-enabled systems support, and logistics services, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and alignment with strategic resilience goals. His work directly supports the integrity of HVAC, electrical, and secure computing environments across critical installations, requiring precision in contract structuring, performance monitoring, and risk mitigation. McMannes maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including COMMAND CONTROL COMMUNICATIONS ENGINEERING & LOGISTICS LLC, PRIMECORPS LLC, TECHNOLOGISTY LLC, AMORSERV LLC, and ELKHORN WEST CONSTRUCTION, INC. These partnerships reflect a blend of specialized technical service providers and construction firms capable of delivering complex, mission-essential services under stringent security and performance standards. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and long-term vendor reliability, fostering collaborative relationships built on accountability and regulatory compliance. A strong advocate for small business participation, McMannes consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with over half of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses. His socioeconomic contracting patterns demonstrate a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for small, disadvantaged, and service-disabled veteran-owned firms, aligning with Department of the Air Force mandates to enhance diversity in the defense industrial base. His primary NAICS focus areas include 811219 (Other Personal and Household Goods Repair and Maintenance), 561730 (Landscaping Services), 562211 (Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal), and 484210 (Used Household and Office Goods Moving), reflecting a unique blend of facility sustainment, environmental compliance, and logistical support services. This specialization underscores his expertise in procuring non-traditional yet mission-critical services that underpin the operational continuity of Air Force installations.