David Valenzuela

David Valenzuela serves as a Contracting Officer with the FA4855 27 Socons Lgc under the Department of the Air Force, where he manages mission-critical procurement activities supporting air base infrastructure resilience and operational readiness. His portfolio encompasses the acquisition of construction services, secure communications systems, and facility-related equipment essential to sustaining Air Force installations. He specializes in complex, high-stakes contracts involving mechanical, electrical, and environmental systems, including HVAC, wastewater treatment, and mission-critical building automation. Valenzuela ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with strategic modernization goals for Air Force infrastructure. Valenzuela maintains a consistent working relationship with ALTUS TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC, a trusted contractor delivering specialized engineering and facility support services. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance reliability, technical expertise, and adherence to defense standards. He actively engages contractors in pre-solicitation outreach, leveraging industry days and market research to refine requirements and foster innovation in infrastructure solutions. A staunch advocate for small business participation, Valenzuela applies a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside strategy across his acquisition portfolio, fully aligning with FAR 19.5. He prioritizes socioeconomic programs that expand opportunities for small businesses, ensuring equitable access to defense contracting without preference for specific categories like 8(a) or HUBZone—instead focusing on broad small business inclusion to enhance competition and innovation. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 333517 (Machine Tool Manufacturing), reflecting a strong demand for precision manufacturing and maintenance equipment critical to base operations, and NAICS 624221 (Temporary Shelters), supporting expeditionary and contingency infrastructure needs. Valenzuela’s technical expertise spans mechanical systems, field-deployable facilities, and defense-grade fabrication, making him a key liaison between operational requirements and industrial supply chain capabilities.