Damon Ellison

Damon Ellison serves as a Contracting Specialist within the FA4418 628 Cons Pk unit of the Department of the Air Force, responsible for managing the acquisition of mission-enabling construction and infrastructure support services at Joint Base Charleston and associated installations. He plays a pivotal role in executing the agency’s strategic priorities to sustain and modernize military facilities, ensuring operational readiness through timely and compliant procurement of facility maintenance, utility systems, and civil engineering services. His portfolio primarily includes construction-related contracts governed by FAR Part 36, with a strong emphasis on performance-based acquisitions and firm-fixed-price structures to mitigate risk and ensure accountability. Ellison maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of specialized contractors, including MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC for site development and infrastructure upgrades, PROTECT KITCHEN EXHAUST CLEANING, LLC for environmental compliance services, ACCESS PORTABLE TOILETS INC for temporary sanitation solutions, and ML Armaments LLC for security-related facility enhancements. His contracting approach prioritizes vendor reliability, technical proficiency, and adherence to military standards, fostering long-term partnerships with firms capable of delivering mission-critical services under demanding operational conditions. A dedicated advocate for small business participation, Ellison consistently applies Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with 85.7% of his awards designated for total small business concerns and 14.3% reserved for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. His socioeconomic contracting strategy reflects a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for disadvantaged and veteran-owned firms while maintaining rigorous performance expectations. His procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 238990 (All Other Specialty Trade Contractors), 238210 (Electrical Contractors), 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction), and 327390 and 326211 for concrete and tire manufacturing, reflecting expertise in facility infrastructure, utility systems, and specialized construction trades. Ellison’s technical domain spans military construction, environmental compliance, and mission-support logistics, ensuring acquisitions align with Air Force installation resilience objectives.