Casey D. Pehrson

Casey D. Pehrson serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA7000 10 Cons Lgc unit of the Department of the Air Force, responsible for managing complex procurements that support advanced scientific research, cadet training, and facility modernization at the U.S. Air Force Academy. Specializing in technical acquisitions, Pehrson oversees the solicitation, negotiation, and administration of contracts for precision analytical instrumentation, laboratory systems, and specialized technical equipment critical to aerospace research and operational readiness. Their work ensures alignment with Air Force strategic objectives by securing high-accuracy measurement devices and mission-critical infrastructure that sustain cutting-edge educational and experimental capabilities. Pehrson maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of specialized vendors, including SAWASAWA LLC, BERNARD CAP, LLC, TEAL DRONES INC, BRANSCOME OPERATING, LLC, and LAVISION, INC. These contractors provide high-end laboratory instruments, unmanned aerial systems for training applications, and advanced data acquisition technologies. The procurement pattern reflects a preference for established technical suppliers with proven expertise in aerospace-grade equipment, indicating a focus on reliability, calibration integrity, and compliance with federal technical standards. While the majority of Pehrson’s acquisitions are conducted under open competition (75%), there is a deliberate and sustained commitment to small business participation, with 25% of contracts awarded under Total Small Business Set-Asides per FAR 19.5. This reflects a balanced approach that prioritizes technical capability while actively fostering opportunities for qualified small businesses in niche technical markets. The primary NAICS focus areas include 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), underscoring expertise in procuring spectrometers, chromatographs, and precision sensors; 611420 (Computer Training), supporting technical workforce development; and 561320 (Temporary Help Services), enabling flexible staffing for laboratory operations. Pehrson’s procurement portfolio demonstrates deep domain knowledge in aerospace instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and STEM education infrastructure.