Bonnie L. Yoakum

Bonnie L. Yoakum serves as a Contracting Officer for the FA4855 27 Socons Lgc under the Department of the Air Force, where she manages mission-critical acquisitions to sustain air base infrastructure and operational readiness. Her portfolio encompasses construction, communications systems, and facility support services essential to maintaining the readiness of Air Force installations. She routinely oversees complex procurements under FAR Part 36 for building construction and related infrastructure, ensuring compliance with federal standards while aligning with strategic modernization goals such as HVAC upgrades, wastewater treatment improvements, and secure communications integration. Yoakum plays a pivotal role in translating mission needs into actionable contracting strategies that support long-term force resilience. She maintains a consistent working relationship with ALTUS TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC, a primary contractor delivering specialized construction and technical services. Her procurement approach emphasizes collaboration with vendors capable of delivering integrated solutions across multiple technical domains, including prefabricated building systems, power and communication line installation, and specialized coatings and finishes. Yoakum fosters long-term partnerships with contractors who demonstrate technical proficiency, regulatory compliance, and performance reliability in high-stakes defense environments. Yoakum demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with over 40% of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. She actively supports 8(a), HUBZone, and Women-Owned Small Business set-asides, each representing approximately 3.7% of her portfolio, reflecting a balanced approach to socioeconomic contracting. Her patterns indicate a deliberate effort to broaden vendor diversity while maintaining rigorous performance standards across all contract vehicles. Her primary NAICS focus includes Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220), with significant activity in Power and Communication Line Construction (237130), Prefabricated Metal Building Manufacturing (332311), and Painting and Wall Covering Contractors (238320). This specialization underscores her expertise in end-to-end facility modernization, from structural components to integrated utility systems, ensuring Air Force bases remain mission-ready through resilient, code-compliant infrastructure.