Daniel L. Newell

Daniel L. Newell serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA3030 17 Cons Cc, a unit of the Department of the Air Force responsible for sustaining and modernizing critical infrastructure at Air Force installations. In this role, he manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions for facility maintenance and construction services, ensuring alignment with mission-critical readiness goals. His acquisitions primarily support HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and structural systems upgrades, alongside grounds maintenance and specialized repair services essential to operational continuity and quality of life for personnel. He applies FAR and DFARS compliance rigorously to deliver timely, cost-effective solutions that meet stringent military standards. Newell maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors, including MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, IMPERIAL ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING, LLC, DUNCAN MECHANICAL SERVICE, INC, and ACTION CONSTRUCTION AUSTIN LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for experienced, performance-driven vendors with proven capabilities in commercial and institutional construction, mechanical systems, and site development. His procurement approach emphasizes reliability, technical proficiency, and past performance evaluation, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in accountability and quality assurance. While the majority of his acquisitions—76.5%—are conducted without set-asides, Newell actively supports small business participation through Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, accounting for 23.5% of his portfolio. He demonstrates a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for small businesses without compromising mission requirements, consistently evaluating vendor eligibility and socioeconomic certifications to ensure compliance and equitable access. His primary NAICS focus includes 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and 332999 (Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing), reflecting expertise in facility modernization and custom metal component procurement. He also frequently engages in highway and bridge construction (237310), packing and crating (488991), and moving services (484210), underscoring a broad technical scope that supports both infrastructure resilience and logistical readiness across Air Force installations.