Charles D. Rhea

Charles D. Rhea serves as Lead Contract Specialist for FA3016 502 Cons Cl under the Department of the Air Force, where he orchestrates the acquisition of mission-critical facility, medical, and infrastructure support services essential to Air Force operational readiness. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts—from requirements validation and market research to award and administration—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with strategic modernization goals. His portfolio primarily encompasses maintenance, logistics, and specialized service contracts that sustain installation functionality and enhance personnel safety across Air Force bases. Rhea maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including PERRY MANAGEMENT CORP OF SOUTH DAKOTA, L.L.C, WILLIAM T BROOKS & ASSOCIATES INC, CITADEL FEDERAL SOLUTIONS LLC, NEXLEGACY LLC, and AJ COMMERCIAL SERVICES, INC. These partnerships reflect a preference for established vendors with proven capabilities in facility operations, medical support, and technical services. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, long-term vendor reliability, and collaborative contract management to ensure mission continuity and service quality. A strong advocate for small business participation, Rhea consistently prioritizes socioeconomic set-asides, with nearly half of his acquisitions designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He also actively utilizes Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides and occasionally awards 8(a) competed contracts, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to expanding economic opportunity within the defense contracting ecosystem while maintaining competitive rigor. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 532210 (Consumer Electronics and Appliances Rental), reflecting a need for temporary equipment support, alongside significant activity in 485113 (Bus and Other Motor Vehicle Transit Systems), 722310 (Food Service Contractors), and 711510 (Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers) for morale, welfare, and recreation services. He also procures specialized medical instrumentation under 339112, showcasing technical expertise in sustaining both frontline medical capabilities and installation infrastructure.