Charles D Rhea

Charles D. Rhea serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA3020 82 Cons Lgc unit of the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain air base infrastructure and operational readiness. His responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of contracts for facility furnishings, maintenance services, and integrated technical systems essential to daily Air Force operations. Rhea ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with strategic modernization goals, focusing on durable, high-reliability goods and services that support mission-essential environments across installations. Rhea maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including Valiant Products Corporation and Logistics365 Inc., both of which provide specialized facility equipment and logistics support solutions. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance reliability, technical compliance, and timely delivery—critical factors in sustaining mission-critical infrastructure. He engages with vendors who demonstrate proven capacity in delivering standardized yet robust solutions tailored to military facility requirements. His contracting patterns reflect a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with approximately one-third of awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating active support for small business participation. The majority of acquisitions are open to all competitors, indicating a preference for market-wide competition where feasible, while still prioritizing opportunities for small businesses when mission needs align with their capabilities. While specific NAICS codes are not available, Rhea’s portfolio centers on procurements related to facility support systems, durable furnishings, and technical integration services for military installations. His expertise lies in acquiring items such as modular workstations, environmental control components, and maintenance support packages—products and services requiring strict adherence to military specifications and long-term durability standards in austere operational environments.