Clifford P Cruz

Clifford P. Cruz serves as a Contract Administrator for FA4855 27 Socons Lgc within the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain air base infrastructure and operational readiness. His responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle management of construction, communications, and facility support contracts, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and alignment with strategic modernization goals. Cruz routinely handles complex procurements for building systems, secure communications equipment, and mission-enabling services, bridging technical requirements with contracting execution to support the resilience of Air Force installations. He maintains a consistent working relationship with ALTUS TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC, a key contractor providing specialized technical and logistical support across multiple contract vehicles. Cruz fosters collaborative vendor partnerships characterized by performance-based outcomes and strict adherence to technical specifications, often engaging contractors early in the requirements development phase to enhance solution alignment and reduce acquisition risk. Cruz demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 83.3% of his acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to prioritize small business participation, ensuring equitable access to Department of the Air Force opportunities while promoting innovation and workforce development within the defense industrial base. His procurement focus centers on five primary NAICS categories: Construction Machinery Manufacturing (333120), Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing (333912), Electronic Computer Manufacturing (334111), Computer and Peripheral Equipment Merchant Wholesalers (423430), and Offices of Physicians, Mental Health Specialists (621112). This diverse technical portfolio underscores his expertise in acquiring both hardened infrastructure components and health-support services essential to sustaining operational environments across remote and high-demand air bases.