Dale R Yarbrough

Dale R. Yarbrough serves as a Contracting Specialist within the FA4803 20 Cons Lgca unit of the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing construction and facility support acquisitions critical to maintaining operational readiness at Air Force installations. His responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of procurement for commercial and institutional infrastructure projects, including HVAC systems, roofing, plumbing, and related maintenance services. Yarbrough ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning contracting actions with the agency’s strategic priorities of base resilience and infrastructure modernization. He routinely manages competitive solicitations under FAR Part 15 and oversees task order awards under IDIQ contracts to support sustained facility operations. Yarbrough maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors such as CAROLINA GROUND SERVICE EQUIPMENT INC, often engaging vendors with proven expertise in specialized facility support and equipment maintenance. His procurement approach emphasizes vendor reliability, technical capability, and performance history, fostering long-term partnerships with firms capable of delivering mission-critical services under demanding operational conditions. He prioritizes contractors with demonstrated experience in military installation environments and a track record of timely, compliant execution. A strong advocate for socioeconomic contracting, Yarbrough consistently structures procurements to maximize small business participation, with nearly half of his awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. He also frequently employs service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) set-asides, reflecting a deliberate commitment to empowering veteran-owned enterprises. His contracting patterns demonstrate balanced use of set-asides alongside open competitions, ensuring both compliance and market competitiveness. Yarbrough’s procurement portfolio is notably concentrated in NAICS categories including 339114 (dental equipment manufacturing) and 334220 (radio and telecommunications equipment), alongside niche areas such as private mail centers and miscellaneous waste management services. These reflect a unique blend of facility support, administrative infrastructure, and specialized equipment needs across Air Force bases. His expertise spans both traditional construction services and unexpected technical domains, requiring deep familiarity with diverse supply chains and regulatory compliance frameworks.