Camillus C. Mays

Camillus C. Mays serves as a Contracting Specialist within the FA3300 42 Cons Cc under the Department of the Air Force, supporting Air University’s mission to modernize military education and training infrastructure. He manages a diverse portfolio of procurements focused on immersive simulation technologies, command and control audiovisual systems, and mission-critical facility upgrades. His work ensures that educational and operational environments remain technologically current and operationally resilient, aligning procurement actions with the Air Force’s strategic priorities in advanced training and learning infrastructure. Mays handles a mix of service, equipment, and technology acquisitions under FAR Part 12 and Part 13 authorities, frequently utilizing simplified acquisition procedures for rapid capability deployment. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable, Mays engages with a broad spectrum of vendors specializing in defense education technology, including firms providing simulation software, AV integration services, and instructional design solutions. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for agile, responsive vendors capable of delivering customized, low-volume solutions tailored to unique training environments. He maintains collaborative relationships with both large systems integrators and niche technical service providers, ensuring flexibility and innovation across contract vehicles. Mays demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 35.3% of his acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. His contracting approach consistently prioritizes socioeconomic programs that empower small businesses, aligning with DoD mandates to increase opportunities for small disadvantaged and service-disabled veteran-owned firms, even as the majority of his portfolio remains open to full and open competition. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 519130 (Other Information Services), reflecting heavy investment in digital learning platforms, educational content development, and simulation-based training systems. He also regularly procures services under NAICS 511210 (Software Publishers) and 611710 (Educational Support Services), underscoring his expertise in technology-enabled instruction, curriculum delivery systems, and institutional support services critical to Air University’s mission.