Brandon Lohse

Brandon Lohse serves as a key procurement professional within the Department of the Air Force’s FA2517 21 Cons Bldg 350 facility, supporting mission-critical infrastructure modernization and operational readiness through strategic acquisition of advanced communication systems, electrical components, and facility-specific equipment. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts aligned with the agency’s priorities in fire safety modernization, secure electronic systems integration, and resilient facility upgrades, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and defense-specific technical standards. His work directly enables the sustainment of Air Force installation infrastructure by procuring solutions that enhance safety, interoperability, and long-term operational capability. Lohse maintains consistent contracting relationships with a select group of vendors including ASTERI CONSULTING SERVICES LLC, AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, ARHAB LLC, and PRIMEPRO BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for specialized contractors with proven expertise in military-grade communications equipment, custom shelving and locker systems, and mission-critical electrical components. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical compliance, and vendor reliability, fostering long-term collaboration with firms capable of meeting stringent defense infrastructure requirements. A strong commitment to small business participation defines Lohse’s contracting strategy, with 60% of acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate effort to expand economic opportunity among qualified small businesses while ensuring access to innovative, agile suppliers capable of delivering tailored solutions. His portfolio consistently prioritizes socioeconomic diversity without compromising mission readiness, aligning with Department of Defense directives to strengthen the small business industrial base. Lohse’s procurement focus centers on NAICS 334220 (radio and wireless communications equipment), 337215 (showcase and locker manufacturing), and 335999 (miscellaneous electrical components), reflecting deep expertise in technical domains critical to Air Force facility modernization. He routinely acquires secure communication hardware, custom-built storage and organizational systems, and specialized electrical subsystems designed for high-reliability environments, demonstrating a nuanced understanding of defense-grade engineering specifications and installation requirements.