Blakeley Powell

Blakeley D. Powell serves as a Contract Specialist within the Department of the Air Force at FA2860 316 Cons Pk, supporting the sustainment of critical infrastructure and operational readiness at Joint Base Andrews. In this role, Powell manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions for security systems, communications hardware, and facility maintenance services essential to command, control, and communications (C3) capabilities. Their acquisitions directly enable mission-critical air operations by ensuring reliable infrastructure, secure environments, and integrated audiovisual and radio broadcasting systems. Powell routinely handles complex service contracts under FAR Part 12 and Part 13 procedures, balancing compliance with agility to meet dynamic operational demands. Powell maintains consistent working relationships with key vendors including ZERO WASTE SOLUTIONS, INC, SENECA MINERAL COMPANY, and PELICAN CHEMICALS INC., reflecting a preference for specialized contractors delivering niche environmental, chemical, and logistical support services. These partnerships are characterized by repeat engagements and performance-based contract structures, indicating a focus on reliability, compliance, and technical precision. The contracting patterns suggest a reliance on vendors with proven track records in hazardous material handling, site remediation, and facility-specific maintenance, aligning with the agency’s operational continuity goals. Powell demonstrates a balanced approach to socioeconomic contracting, with over half of awards issued as no set-aside, while actively supporting small business participation through Total Small Business (20%), HUBZone (20%), and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (6.7%) set-asides. This pattern reflects a deliberate effort to broaden vendor diversity without compromising mission-critical performance standards, integrating certified small businesses into core support functions while maintaining flexibility for large-scale or specialized requirements. The primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 561730 (Landscaping Services), reflecting extensive grounds maintenance and environmental stewardship needs, alongside 561621 (Security Systems Services) and 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery Repair). These categories underscore expertise in facility sustainment, physical security integration, and maintenance of non-electronic infrastructure—key domains supporting the Air Force’s mission resilience at Joint Base Andrews.