Bernard W. Clemens

Bernard W. Clemens serves as a Senior Contracting Officer within the FA4690 28 Cons Pkc unit of the Department of the Air Force, where he leads the acquisition of mission-critical infrastructure and operational sustainment services. Responsible for end-to-end contract management, he ensures the timely procurement of industrial maintenance, security systems, environmental control equipment, and facility support services essential to Air Force installation readiness. His portfolio emphasizes complex, technical acquisitions requiring deep subject matter expertise in civil engineering and specialized support services, aligning procurement strategies with national defense priorities and regulatory compliance under FAR and DFARS. Clemens maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including Ostrom Painting & Sandblasting, Inc., and Astronics Test Systems Inc., reflecting a preference for vendors with proven capability in industrial surface treatment, test equipment calibration, and mission-critical system integration. His contracting patterns indicate a reliance on established, technically proficient contractors capable of delivering high-reliability services under stringent military standards, often involving performance-based requirements and rigorous quality assurance protocols. While the majority of his acquisitions are conducted as unrestricted procurements (63.6%), Clemens demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 36.4% of awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. He actively leverages socioeconomic programs to foster competition and capability development among small firms, ensuring equitable access to defense contracting opportunities without compromising mission requirements. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction), reflecting extensive work in installation infrastructure upgrades and industrial facility support. He also routinely procures services under NAICS 561990 (All Other Support Services) and 221320 (Sewage Treatment Facilities), demonstrating expertise in environmental compliance, utilities maintenance, and specialized technical support. His domain knowledge spans facility systems integration, industrial maintenance, and security infrastructure, making him a pivotal figure in sustaining Air Force operational readiness through strategic, compliant acquisitions.