Chaston P Waller

Chaston Waller serves as a primary contracting professional within the FA8051 organization of the Department of the Air Force, responsible for executing strategic acquisitions that sustain aerospace readiness and operational infrastructure. Focused on engineering, technical, and specialized manufacturing services, Waller manages procurements critical to maintaining airfield systems, mission-critical equipment, and facility support capabilities across diverse operational environments. Their work directly supports the agency’s mission to modernize airpower infrastructure and ensure personnel readiness through timely, compliant, and technically sound contracting actions. Waller collaborates with a diverse array of contractors, including small businesses and specialized manufacturers delivering niche technical solutions. While no single contractor dominates the portfolio, the contracting pattern reflects a preference for agile, technically proficient vendors capable of supporting complex aerospace and facility systems. Relationships are characterized by sustained engagement with firms possessing niche expertise in laboratory instrumentation, electrical and HVAC systems, and specialized construction services, fostering long-term partnerships built on performance reliability and regulatory compliance. A strong commitment to small business participation defines Waller’s procurement approach, with 66.7% of acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to leverage socioeconomic programs, prioritizing vendors certified as small businesses, including those under HUBZone, 8(a), and SDVOSB designations. The consistent use of set-asides demonstrates a proactive effort to expand market access for qualified small firms while maintaining mission-critical capability delivery. Waller’s procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 334516 (analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing), 236220 (commercial and institutional building construction), 238210 (electrical contractors), 238220 (plumbing and HVAC contractors), and 339920 (sporting and athletic goods manufacturing). These reflect a unique blend of technical infrastructure support and specialized manufacturing needs, underscoring expertise in procuring precision instrumentation, facility systems, and mission-enabling equipment for aerospace operations.