SrA Colin Shoemake

Colin Shoemake serves as the primary contracting lead for FA4897 366 Cons Pkp within the Department of the Air Force, overseeing the acquisition of mission-critical infrastructure and operational support services essential to air base readiness. Responsible for managing complex procurements in communications systems, facility construction, and maintenance services, Shoemake ensures alignment with Air Force strategic modernization goals, particularly in sustaining resilient communications networks and secure operational facilities. His portfolio includes high-priority contracts governed by FAR Part 36 and FAR Part 19, emphasizing technical compliance, lifecycle support, and rapid deployment capabilities for time-sensitive base operations. Shoemake maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including TCG Construction Inc., LDIA Holdings, LLC, C-2 Construction Inc., Asphalt Preservation, LLC, and AES Systems Inc., each specializing in construction, facility maintenance, and advanced communications infrastructure. These partnerships reflect a pattern of long-term, performance-based engagements centered on quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and mission-critical uptime. His procurement approach prioritizes contractors with proven track records in military-grade construction and secure systems integration, fostering reliable vendor collaboration across project lifecycles. A strong advocate for small business participation, Shoemake consistently applies Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with over 63% of awards designated for small businesses. He also actively utilizes 8(a) competed set-asides and Women-Owned Small Business programs, reflecting a deliberate socioeconomic strategy to broaden vendor diversity while maintaining technical excellence. His contracting patterns demonstrate a structured commitment to expanding opportunity for small, disadvantaged, and veteran-owned firms without compromising mission requirements. Shoemake’s procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 238290 (Other Building Equipment Contractors), 562998 (Miscellaneous Waste Management), and 561730 (Landscaping Services), alongside specialized freight and petroleum infrastructure support. His domain expertise lies in integrating facility maintenance, environmental compliance, and logistics support services into cohesive base sustainment solutions, ensuring operational continuity through technically sound, compliant, and scalable acquisitions.