Colleen C. Schondel

Colleen C. Schondel serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA6675 301 Conf Pk under the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain and modernize airfield and facility infrastructure. Her responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of contracts for construction, maintenance, and specialized equipment systems essential to operational readiness—ranging from communication hubs and control towers to hangar systems. She specializes in complex procurement actions governed by FAR Part 19 and other federal acquisition regulations, ensuring compliance while delivering timely, cost-effective solutions that align with Air Force infrastructure resilience goals. Schondel maintains a consistent working relationship with MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, a primary contractor for site development and facility upgrades. Her procurement approach emphasizes collaborative vendor partnerships grounded in performance-based outcomes, with a preference for firms demonstrating proven expertise in military-grade construction and infrastructure support. She engages with a select group of qualified contractors who consistently meet stringent technical and safety standards required for Air Force installations. Her contracting portfolio reflects a strong commitment to small business participation, with over 63% of awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. She actively prioritizes socioeconomic programs, including service-disabled veteran-owned small business set-asides, fostering equitable access to federal opportunities while ensuring a robust, diverse contractor base capable of meeting mission-critical demands. Schondel’s technical focus centers on NAICS 334220 for wireless communications equipment and 561730 for landscaping services, reflecting her dual expertise in procuring advanced radio and broadcast systems alongside environmental and grounds maintenance solutions. She also manages acquisitions in aeronautical instrumentation and management consulting services, demonstrating a nuanced understanding of both technical systems and operational support functions critical to Air Force installation sustainment.