Carol A Cherapan

Carol W. Cherapan supports the procurement mission of the 56th Contracting Squadron under the Department of the Air Force, managing complex acquisitions critical to sustaining Air Force infrastructure and operational readiness. She oversees a diverse portfolio of construction, industrial maintenance, and facility support contracts, ensuring the reliability of airfields, hangars, and mission-critical installations. Her work directly enables the Air Force’s ability to maintain combat-ready bases through timely execution of technical and engineering services, with a focus on compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-aligned contracting strategies. Cherapan maintains consistent partnerships with key contractors including Arkose Group LLC, Silver National Corp., Blazing Aviation LLC, and Mach 2 Productions Inc., each recognized for specialized capabilities in aviation support, industrial maintenance, and facility modernization. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and long-term vendor collaboration, fostering reliable delivery of high-complexity services ranging from machinery repair to infrastructure upgrades. These relationships reflect a preference for vendors with proven technical expertise in aerospace-environment operations and mission-critical asset sustainment. Her procurement patterns demonstrate a balanced commitment to small business participation, with nearly 41% of awards directed toward set-aside categories. Total Small Business Set-Asides account for the largest share, followed by Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and HUBZone programs, reflecting a deliberate strategy to leverage socioeconomic advantages while maintaining competition and capability. The 8(a) program is also actively utilized, underscoring her dedication to inclusive contracting and workforce development. Cherapan’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and 237310 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction), with significant activity in 811310 (Industrial Machinery Repair) and 237110 (Water and Sewer Line Construction). Her technical domain expertise centers on facility sustainment, utilities infrastructure, and industrial equipment maintenance—core functions essential to Air Force installation resilience and mission continuity.