Cole B Johnson

Cole B. Johnson supports the procurement mission of the FA3300 42 Cons Cc within the Department of the Air Force, facilitating acquisitions critical to Air University’s operational readiness and educational modernization. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on technical infrastructure, immersive training systems, and mission-critical audiovisual and communication solutions. His work ensures that learning environments are equipped with cutting-edge simulation technologies and reliable command-and-control systems, directly enabling the Air Force’s mission to train and educate airmen at scale. Johnson typically handles task orders and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contracts under broad agency-wide acquisition vehicles, often coordinating with technical stakeholders to align procurement strategy with evolving training requirements. While specific contractor names are not publicly available, Johnson’s contracting patterns indicate consistent engagement with vendors specializing in custom software development, audiovisual integration, and facility maintenance services. He fosters partnerships with both large systems integrators and niche technology providers capable of delivering tailored solutions for military education environments. His approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, with a preference for vendors possessing demonstrated experience in DoD-compliant cybersecurity standards and scalable, modular systems that support future upgrades. Johnson exhibits a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly half of all procurements structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. His contracting strategy prioritizes economic inclusion, regularly leveraging small business set-asides without favoring specific socioeconomic categories, thereby promoting broad market competition among qualified vendors. This approach supports the agency’s broader goal of cultivating a resilient, innovative supplier base aligned with Air Force innovation priorities. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 811219 (other personal services) and 541511 (custom computer programming), reflecting deep expertise in software-enabled training platforms and mission-specific application development. He also regularly procures audiovisual equipment under 334310 and facility maintenance services under 811310, demonstrating a multidisciplinary understanding of the technical ecosystems required to sustain modern military education infrastructure.