Carlos A Acosta

Carlos A. Acosta serves as a Contract Specialist with the 355th Contracting Squadron (FA4877) under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain airpower readiness. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts for specialized aerospace components, avionics systems, maintenance services, and facility infrastructure essential to aircraft operations and base sustainment. His work directly supports operational continuity by ensuring timely procurement of mission-enabling equipment and technical services aligned with Air Force readiness goals. Acosta routinely handles complex solicitations under FAR Part 15, including negotiated procurements for high-technology and mission-critical items requiring rigorous technical evaluation and risk mitigation. Acosta maintains established working relationships with key contractors including MILLER ELECTRIC COMPANY INC., ATLANTIC PACIFIC STANDARD LLC, DAP CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT LLC, BSE PERFORMANCE, LLC, and LAVISH LIFE TECHNOLOGIES LLC. These partnerships span manufacturing, technical support, construction, and specialized services, reflecting a balanced approach to sourcing both commercial off-the-shelf solutions and custom-engineered capabilities. His contracting patterns emphasize performance-based outcomes, with a preference for vendors demonstrating proven technical proficiency and reliable delivery in high-stakes aerospace environments. A strong advocate for small business participation, Acosta consistently prioritizes set-asides under FAR 19.5, with nearly half of his awards designated for total small business set-asides and over 15% reserved for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. His socioeconomic contracting strategy reflects a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for qualified small businesses while maintaining mission-critical standards. He actively leverages small business programs to foster innovation and resilience in the supply chain. His procurement focus centers on NAICS categories including 334511 (aeronautical system and instrument manufacturing), 332994 (ordnance manufacturing), and 811310 (commercial machinery repair), underscoring expertise in avionics, weapon system components, and maintenance support services. Acosta’s technical domain knowledge enables effective evaluation of complex technical proposals and ensures compliance with defense-specific performance and security requirements.