Charles F. Jacobs

Charles F. Jacobs serves as Contracting Team Lead at W6QM Micc-JB Lewis-McChord under the Department of the Army, overseeing the acquisition of critical infrastructure and operational support services essential to sustaining Joint Base Lewis-McChord’s mission readiness. In this leadership role, he directs the planning, solicitation, and award of contracts for facilities maintenance, energy systems, and technical services, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and strategic base sustainability goals. His portfolio emphasizes mission-critical contracts that support environmental compliance, building operations, and digital infrastructure, aligning with the Army’s broader objectives for resilient, efficient, and secure military installations. Jacobs maintains a focused contractor relationship with the Port of Moses Lake as a primary vendor, complemented by a diverse base of smaller firms delivering specialized services. His procurement approach prioritizes reliable, performance-based partnerships with contractors capable of executing complex, mission-aligned work under tight operational timelines. He fosters collaborative relationships with vendors who demonstrate technical proficiency in base infrastructure support and a proven ability to meet stringent federal compliance standards. His contracting strategy reflects a strong commitment to socioeconomic programs, with nearly half of his awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He consistently utilizes 8(a) competed set-asides and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, reinforcing the agency’s dedication to inclusive contracting and veteran economic empowerment. These patterns signal a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for underrepresented small businesses while maintaining high standards of performance and accountability. Jacobs specializes in procurements governed by NAICS codes 238210 (electrical and wiring installation), 238290 (building equipment systems), and 561210 (facilities support services), with additional emphasis on 518210 (data infrastructure) and 541990 (professional technical services). His domain expertise spans building automation, energy systems, IT support, and integrated facility management, reflecting a technical understanding of modern military infrastructure needs and a strategic focus on lifecycle sustainability.