Craig L. McClain

Craig L. McClain serves as a key procurement lead within the Department of the Air Force’s FA2860 316 Cons Pk facility at Joint Base Andrews, where he manages acquisitions critical to sustaining operational readiness and mission-critical infrastructure. His responsibilities center on securing integrated security systems, communications hardware, and facility maintenance services that directly support command, control, and communications (C3) capabilities for air operations. McClain routinely handles complex, multi-year contracts under FAR Part 13 and Part 15 procedures, prioritizing technical performance, lifecycle support, and interoperability with existing DoD systems. His portfolio reflects a strategic focus on ensuring uninterrupted airfield and base operations through reliable, secure, and scalable solutions. McClain maintains consistent working relationships with specialized vendors including ZERO WASTE SOLUTIONS, INC, SENECA MINERAL COMPANY, and PELICAN CHEMICALS INC., each providing niche services in environmental compliance, hazardous material handling, and facility-specific chemical solutions. These partnerships reflect a preference for contractors with proven expertise in defense-adjacent environmental and infrastructure support, often requiring specialized certifications and compliance with military environmental standards. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, long-term service-level agreements, and vendor accountability in mission-critical environments. His procurement patterns show a balanced commitment to small business participation, with approximately one-third of awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, while the majority remain open competition. This reflects a deliberate strategy to foster competition while ensuring access to qualified small firms capable of delivering specialized infrastructure and environmental services. He does not routinely utilize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, instead favoring broad small business eligibility with an emphasis on technical capability over socioeconomic designation. McClain’s primary NAICS focus is 488190 (Other Support Activities for Air Transportation), encompassing airfield maintenance, ground support, and base operations services, complemented by 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services) for integrated communications and audiovisual systems. His technical expertise lies in procuring secure, interoperable systems that support air traffic control, base security, and real-time command coordination, ensuring alignment with Air Force modernization priorities and cybersecurity standards.