Cory A. Terrell

Cory A. Terrell serves as Contract Supervisor for the FA4407 375th Contracting Squadron under the Department of the Air Force, where he oversees the planning, solicitation, and administration of facility-related acquisitions critical to Air Force installation readiness. His portfolio centers on sustaining mission-critical infrastructure through comprehensive contracting for building operations, environmental compliance, security systems, and logistical support services. Terrell manages a diverse range of contract types, including firm-fixed-price and cost-reimbursement instruments, ensuring alignment with FAR regulations and Air Force installation sustainment priorities. He plays a pivotal role in translating operational needs into enforceable contractual requirements that maintain airfield functionality, lodging standards, and security posture across multiple bases. Terrell maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including CHALLENGE UNLIMITED, INC., JAYTECH, INC., and NORTH AMERICAN IMPORT AND EXPORT COMPANY LLC, who deliver specialized services in security systems, facility construction, and local logistics. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and long-term vendor partnerships, fostering reliability and operational continuity. These relationships reflect a preference for contractors with proven expertise in military installation environments and demonstrated capacity to meet stringent regulatory and security standards. His contracting patterns reveal a strong emphasis on open competition, with 72.2% of awards issued without set-asides, while maintaining a deliberate commitment to small business participation. Approximately 16.7% of awards are structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, and 11.1% are designated for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, reflecting a balanced approach to socioeconomic goals without compromising mission readiness. Terrell’s primary NAICS focus includes 561621 (Security Systems Services), 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), and 492210 (Local Messengers and Local Delivery), underscoring his technical expertise in physical security infrastructure, facility maintenance, and on-base logistics support. His domain knowledge spans integrated security operations, building envelope integrity, and rapid-response delivery systems essential to Air Force operational continuity.