Bobby M Ford

Bobby M. Ford serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA3300 42 Cons Cc under the Department of the Air Force, supporting the operational and educational missions of Air University. In this role, he manages the full lifecycle of procurements for technical, educational, and facility-related services, ensuring alignment with Air Force readiness objectives. His portfolio includes acquisitions for immersive simulation technologies, command and control audiovisual systems, and infrastructure modernization, requiring deep familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) compliance, source selection procedures, and performance-based contracting. Ford plays a pivotal role in translating mission requirements into legally sound, competitively awarded contracts that enhance training efficacy and institutional capacity across Air Force educational installations. While specific contractor relationships are not publicly detailed, Ford engages with a diverse spectrum of vendors, including firms specializing in custom software development, audiovisual integration, and educational service delivery. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for open competition, with the majority of awards issued under unrestricted solicitations. He collaborates closely with program managers and technical evaluators to ensure proposals meet stringent performance standards and technical specifications, fostering transparent and accountable vendor partnerships grounded in clear deliverables and measurable outcomes. Ford demonstrates a moderate but intentional commitment to small business participation, with approximately 16.7% of his awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. Though the majority of procurements remain unrestricted, he actively promotes small business eligibility through clear solicitation language and outreach, ensuring equitable access for qualified firms without compromising mission needs. His primary NAICS focus areas include Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Colleges and Universities (611310), and Food Service Contractors (722310), reflecting a diverse operational environment that blends technical training infrastructure with student support services. He routinely procures simulation software, AV systems, curriculum development tools, and institutional support services, demonstrating expertise in both IT-enabled learning environments and mission-critical facility operations.