Charles M. Carnley

Charles M. Carnley serves as a Contracting Officer for FA4417 1 SoCons within the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in securing mission-critical support services essential to sustaining and modernizing airpower infrastructure. His procurement portfolio encompasses a diverse range of non-defense-industrial acquisitions, including landscaping, food service, automotive repair, and facility construction—services vital to base operations and force readiness. Carnley ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning contract awards with the agency’s strategic objectives of operational resilience and infrastructure sustainability. He maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors, including AANTILIA LLC, MARRERO, COUVILLON & ASSOCIATES, L.L.C., MATTHES PARKER LLC, L1 ENTERPRISES INCORPORATED, and WALCO ENTERPRISES INC., all of which provide specialized support services across multiple domains. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, with a preference for established vendors demonstrating proven capability in delivering timely, high-quality services under complex operational conditions. Carnley exhibits a strong commitment to socioeconomic programs, with nearly two-thirds of his awards structured as small business set-asides. His portfolio reflects balanced participation across 8(a) competed, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), and total small business set-asides, underscoring a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for disadvantaged and veteran-owned enterprises while maintaining competitive rigor. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 561730 (Landscaping Services), 722310 (Food Service Contractors), and 811111 (General Automotive Repair), reflecting the agency’s reliance on essential garrison support functions. He also manages construction-related contracts under NAICS 236220 and 238210, ensuring compliance with facility standards for military installations. Carnley’s expertise bridges operational needs with regulatory compliance, making him a key enabler of base-level readiness through efficient, compliant, and socially responsible contracting.