Christopher R. Schlotterbeck

Christopher R. Schlotterbeck supports the procurement mission of FA4427 60 Cons Lgc, a specialized unit within the Department of the Air Force, by managing acquisitions of critical medical, technical, and demonstration equipment essential to Air Force training, medical readiness, and public engagement operations. His work centers on securing electromedical instruments, surgical supplies, analytical laboratory systems, and specialized demonstration hardware, ensuring operational units maintain cutting-edge capabilities. He handles complex contracting actions under FAR and DFARS guidelines, often coordinating with technical stakeholders to validate performance requirements and ensure compliance with military standards for medical and aerospace-grade equipment. Schlotterbeck maintains consistent working relationships with key vendors including CW3RET ENTERPRISE LLC and CALIFORNIA INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES RESOURCES, INC., both of which provide specialized medical instrumentation and technical support services. His procurement approach emphasizes reliability, technical precision, and rapid delivery cycles, fostering long-term partnerships with contractors who demonstrate proven expertise in military-grade medical and demonstration systems. These relationships are characterized by iterative collaboration, performance-based evaluations, and adherence to stringent quality control protocols. His contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 63.6% of awards issued without set-asides, while maintaining a meaningful commitment to small business participation through 36.4% total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. Though not heavily focused on 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, he actively ensures small businesses compete equitably within the broader market, aligning with DoD’s goal of fostering a resilient supplier base. His primary NAICS focus includes 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) and 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing), with additional emphasis on medical laboratories (621511) and specialized technical services (811219). He routinely procures precision electromedical devices, sterilization systems, diagnostic analyzers, and demonstration-grade equipment for air shows and public outreach, demonstrating deep domain expertise in aerospace-supported medical logistics and technical demonstration systems.