Caroline Chartrand

Caroline Chartrand serves as a Support Coordinator for the 355th Contracting Squadron (FA4877) under the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical procurement actions that sustain aerospace readiness. Her responsibilities include managing the acquisition lifecycle for specialized infrastructure and support services essential to aircraft maintenance, base operations, and mission-enabling systems. She works closely with technical stakeholders to translate operational requirements into precise solicitation terms, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and Air Force-specific directives. Chartrand primarily handles construction and utility-related contracts, with a strong emphasis on ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical support assets. Chartrand maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including MILLER ELECTRIC COMPANY INC., ATLANTIC PACIFIC STANDARD LLC, DAP CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT LLC, BSE PERFORMANCE, LLC, and LAVISH LIFE TECHNOLOGIES LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in electrical systems, facility modernization, and technical support services for military installations. Her approach emphasizes reliability, regulatory adherence, and performance accountability, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in transparent communication and contract compliance. Chartrand’s procurement portfolio reflects a 100% no set-aside strategy, indicating a focus on full and open competition rather than socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. While small business participation is not formally prioritized in her award structure, she ensures all solicitations are structured to allow equitable access and fair evaluation under FAR Part 15 procedures, maintaining compliance with federal competition requirements. Her primary procurement focus is centered on NAICS 237130 — Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction — underscoring her deep expertise in procuring electrical infrastructure, communication line installations, and utility system upgrades for Air Force bases. She specializes in acquisitions involving high-voltage distribution systems, fiber optic networks, and mission-critical power redundancy solutions, ensuring that base operations remain resilient and fully operational under all conditions.