Bethany S. Carlan

Bethany S. Carlan serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA5000 673 Cons Lgc under the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical procurement actions to sustain Air Force infrastructure and operational readiness. She manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions spanning construction services, facility maintenance, environmental remediation, and specialized equipment—including electrotherapeutic, broadcasting, and construction machinery systems. Her work ensures timely delivery of essential resources that support base operations, from facility modernization to mission-enabling technology, aligning all procurements with federal acquisition regulations and Air Force strategic priorities. Carlan maintains established working relationships with key contractors including GIGABITER LLC, VINDICATOR TECHNOLOGIES, INC., YUKON EQUIPMENT, INC., and GLOBAL FINISHING SOLUTIONS LLC. These partnerships reflect a consistent reliance on vendors capable of delivering high-specification equipment and integrated facility solutions, particularly in niche technical domains such as communications hardware, industrial tooling, and vehicle parts distribution. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, rigorous compliance, and vendor accountability, fostering long-term collaboration with contractors who demonstrate technical reliability and regulatory adherence. A strong advocate for small business participation, Carlan consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with nearly 53% of her acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This pattern underscores her commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals, ensuring equitable access for small, disadvantaged, and service-disabled veteran-owned firms while maintaining competitive rigor. Her procurement strategies actively leverage set-aside authorities to cultivate a robust small business supply base aligned with Air Force infrastructure needs. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Motor Vehicle Supplies and New Parts Merchant Wholesalers, Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing, and Construction Machinery Manufacturing, reflecting deep expertise in procuring specialized industrial components, communication systems, and heavy equipment critical to facility sustainment. Carlan’s technical acumen spans mechanical, electrical, and telecommunications domains, enabling her to effectively evaluate complex bids and ensure compliance with technical specifications across high-stakes acquisitions.