Bernard J McAndrews

Bernard J. McAndrews serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4661 7 Cons Cd unit of the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing facility sustainment and infrastructure modernization acquisitions. His responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of contracts for mission-critical maintenance and repair services, ensuring Air Force installations maintain operational readiness across both garrison and expeditionary environments. McAndrews specializes in procurements governed by FAR Part 12 and Part 36, focusing on service-based contracts for building systems, utility networks, and airfield infrastructure. He works closely with project engineers and facility managers to translate technical requirements into compliant, competitively awarded contracts that align with Air Force readiness objectives. While specific contractor names are not publicly identified, McAndrews maintains a consistent procurement pattern with specialty trade contractors experienced in facility systems maintenance, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and structural repair services. His working relationships emphasize vendor responsiveness, past performance validation, and compliance with federal construction and maintenance standards. He engages with both large-capacity contractors and qualified small businesses, fostering a competitive marketplace grounded in technical proficiency and regulatory adherence. McAndrews demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with equal portions of his portfolio reserved for Total Small Business Set-Asides and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), while the remaining half remains open to all offerors. This balanced approach reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize competition while actively promoting veteran-owned and small business participation in critical infrastructure support missions. His procurement focus is exclusively centered on NAICS 238990, All Other Specialty Trade Contractors, indicating deep expertise in non-residential facility maintenance and repair services. He consistently acquires specialized trades such as roofing, masonry, insulation, and site utility upgrades, requiring contractors with proven experience in military-grade construction standards and rapid-response capabilities for mission-critical installations.