Carolyn Sherwood

Carolyn Sherwood serves as a key procurement lead within the FA4897 366 Cons Pkp unit of the Department of the Air Force, responsible for managing acquisitions that sustain critical air base infrastructure and operational communications systems. She oversees the procurement of mission-critical services including facility construction, electrical installation, security systems, and advanced aeronautical instrumentation to ensure airfield readiness and resilient communications networks. Her work directly supports the agency’s strategic imperative to modernize tactical radio and broadcasting capabilities while maintaining compliance with federal acquisition regulations and defense infrastructure standards. Sherwood maintains consistent contracting relationships with a core group of specialized vendors, including TCG Construction Inc., LDIA Holdings, LLC, and C-2 Construction Inc., which deliver facility and infrastructure services, alongside AES Systems Inc. for advanced electronics and C-2 for specialized wiring and systems integration. Her procurement patterns reflect a preference for established contractors with proven track records in defense-environment construction and technical maintenance, indicating a focus on reliability, compliance, and mission-critical performance over speculative or emerging vendor partnerships. Her contracting activity shows a strong preference for open competition, with 83.3% of awards issued without set-asides, reflecting a mission-driven emphasis on capability and timeliness. However, she consistently allocates 16.7% of awards to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced commitment to small business participation without compromising operational requirements. Her primary NAICS focus areas include 238210 for electrical and wiring installations, 334511 for aeronautical navigation and guidance systems, and 561621 for security systems services, revealing deep technical expertise in defense infrastructure modernization. She procures specialized equipment and services critical to secure facility operations, including radio frequency systems, perimeter security, and mission-critical power distribution, aligning procurement decisions with Air Force readiness objectives.