Chad M Hankins

Chad M. Hankins serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA3300 42 Cons Cc unit of the Department of the Air Force, supporting Air University’s mission to modernize military education and training infrastructure. He manages a diverse portfolio of procurement actions spanning technical, educational, and facility-related acquisitions, with a focus on immersive simulation systems, command and control audiovisual technologies, and mission-critical infrastructure upgrades. His role ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning contracting strategies with the agency’s operational readiness goals, particularly in advancing next-generation training environments through innovative solutions. Hankins collaborates with a broad range of vendors, including systems integrators, communications equipment manufacturers, and IT service providers, to deliver mission-enabling capabilities. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, his procurement patterns reflect consistent engagement with both large-capacity contractors and qualified small businesses, fostering competitive, performance-driven partnerships grounded in FAR compliance and technical precision. His working relationships emphasize responsiveness, innovation, and adherence to lifecycle management standards for complex technical systems. Hankins demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with approximately one-third of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He actively prioritizes small business participation, consistently leveraging set-aside authorities to expand opportunities for small businesses in technical and educational services, though no specific 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB preferences are dominant in his portfolio. His primary NAICS focus areas include 334290 (Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing) and 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), reflecting his specialization in procuring advanced communications hardware, simulation software, and IT support services. He also regularly acquires solutions under 611620 (Sports and Recreation Instruction) for physical training systems and 511210 for instructional content development, underscoring his technical expertise in integrating educational technology with military training doctrine.