Cary Fatseas

Cary M. Fatseas serves as a Contracting Specialist within the FA8102 Aflcmc Hbk organization under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain and modernize air domain capabilities. His portfolio centers on engineering, systems integration, and technical support services essential to air traffic control infrastructure, tactical navigation systems, and command and control platforms. Fatseas manages a diverse range of contract actions—from service-based task orders to complex performance-based acquisitions—ensuring alignment with Air Force modernization priorities and federal acquisition regulations. He is instrumental in translating operational requirements into executable procurement strategies that prioritize technical precision, operational readiness, and lifecycle support. Fatseas maintains a consistent working relationship with BETTER DIRECT, LLC, a key contractor providing specialized technical and engineering services. His contracting approach reflects a preference for established vendors with proven expertise in aerospace and defense support environments, while also fostering collaboration with niche specialists capable of delivering tailored solutions for complex avionics and infrastructure upgrades. His procurement patterns emphasize reliability, technical compliance, and timely delivery of mission-enabling capabilities. A strong advocate for small business participation, Fatseas consistently structures acquisitions with a Total Small Business Set-Aside preference, allocating approximately two-thirds of his contract actions to small businesses under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to expand the defense industrial base and promote equitable access to high-value technical contracts. His socioeconomic contracting patterns demonstrate a commitment to fostering competition and innovation among small, agile vendors. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 238990 (All Other Specialty Trade Contractors), reflecting a heavy emphasis on specialized construction and installation services for airfield and facility systems. He also frequently procures services under 541519 and 541511, indicating a significant demand for custom computer programming and other IT-related support services integral to modernizing navigation and detection systems. His technical domain expertise spans avionics integration, facility modernization, and mission-critical software development.