Benjamin Bray

Benjamin Bray serves as a Contracting Specialist within the FA4855 27 Socons Lgc under the Department of the Air Force, where he manages the acquisition of mission-critical infrastructure and support services essential to air base operational readiness. His portfolio encompasses construction, communications systems, and facility modernization efforts—including HVAC, wastewater treatment, and secure data infrastructure—ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and Air Force sustainability goals. Bray plays a pivotal role in executing full lifecycle contracting actions, from market research and solicitation development to award and contract administration, supporting the agency’s strategic imperative to maintain resilient and future-ready installations. He maintains a consistent working relationship with ALTUS TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC, a key vendor delivering specialized technical services across communications and facility modernization projects. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and long-term vendor collaboration, fostering reliable partnerships with firms capable of meeting stringent DoD technical and security requirements. While he engages a range of contractors, his pattern reflects a preference for established vendors with proven expertise in defense infrastructure domains. Bray demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, allocating 50% of his acquisitions as unrestricted opportunities while dedicating 37.5% to total small business set-asides and 12.5% specifically to service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs). His procurement strategy actively promotes small business participation in alignment with FAR 19.5 guidelines, ensuring equitable access for qualified small and veteran-owned firms without compromising mission-critical delivery timelines or technical standards. His primary NAICS focus areas include 423120 for motor vehicle supplies, 339999 for miscellaneous manufacturing, and 339113 for surgical appliance manufacturing—indicating a diverse acquisition scope that extends beyond traditional defense infrastructure to include specialized equipment and industrial components. He also routinely procures services under 811219, reflecting engagement with maintenance and repair operations critical to sustaining base functionality. Bray’s expertise lies in navigating complex technical requirements across manufacturing, logistics, and facility support sectors to deliver mission-critical capabilities under tight operational constraints.