Charles Blakeslee

Charles Blakeslee serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisition programs across specialized technical domains. He plays a pivotal role in executing federal procurement strategies that align with statutory requirements and agency mission objectives, ensuring compliance with FAR regulations and sound contract administration practices. His portfolio primarily encompasses service-based and specialized manufacturing acquisitions, with a focus on aviation support, flight training, and irradiation equipment procurement. Blakeslee’s work ensures timely delivery of critical capabilities while maintaining rigorous oversight of contract performance and fiscal accountability. Blakeslee cultivates strategic relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, particularly those certified under socioeconomic programs. He consistently engages small businesses, 8(a) participants, and niche manufacturers capable of delivering specialized technical services and equipment. His contracting approach emphasizes competitive set-asides and collaborative vendor engagement, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in performance excellence and regulatory compliance. He prioritizes transparency and fairness in source selection, often leveraging simplified acquisition procedures and multiple-award contracts to enhance market access. A strong advocate for small business participation, Blakeslee directs nearly two-thirds of his acquisitions toward total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, with one-third specifically competed among 8(a) certified firms. This pattern reflects a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic goals, ensuring equitable opportunities for disadvantaged entrepreneurs. His consistent use of 8(a) programs demonstrates a strategic alignment with federal objectives to promote economic inclusion and build capacity within underserved business communities. His procurement focus centers on three key NAICS categories: 488190 for other air transportation support services, 334517 for irradiation apparatus manufacturing, and 611512 for flight training. These reflect deep expertise in aviation logistics, radiation technology systems, and pilot education infrastructure. Blakeslee’s technical acumen enables him to evaluate complex requirements involving safety-critical equipment and specialized training protocols, ensuring acquisitions meet operational readiness standards while maintaining fiscal discipline.