Cherlyn Hostetler

Cherlyn Hostetler serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA2543 460 Cons agency under the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing acquisitions that sustain and modernize critical infrastructure across Air Force installations. Her responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions for facility-related contracts, with a focus on commercial and institutional construction, electrical systems, plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning installations, as well as specialized building equipment services. She ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning contracting actions with the agency’s mission to maintain mission-ready facilities through timely, compliant, and cost-effective procurement solutions. While specific contractor names are not available, Cherlyn routinely engages with a diverse pool of vendors specializing in defense infrastructure support, including general contractors, mechanical and electrical subcontractors, and manufacturers of specialized building systems. Her working relationships reflect a preference for experienced, qualified firms capable of meeting stringent DoD performance and safety standards, often involving complex technical specifications and rigorous inspection protocols. She fosters collaborative partnerships with contractors who demonstrate proven capability in delivering high-integrity construction and maintenance services under tight operational timelines. Cherlyn’s procurement patterns show a strong commitment to small business participation, with 25% of her acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, while the majority—75%—are competed without set-aside restrictions. This balanced approach ensures broad market competition while actively creating opportunities for small businesses to contribute to national defense infrastructure projects. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Security Systems Services (561621), Other Building Equipment Contractors (238290), Small Arms and Ordnance Manufacturing (332994), and Cutting Tool Manufacturing (333515), reflecting a technical portfolio that spans both facility support systems and specialized ordnance-related equipment. This diverse specialization underscores her expertise in procuring mission-critical goods and services that support both physical infrastructure and operational readiness across Air Force installations.