Dawn Graham

Dawn Graham serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4897 366 Cons Pkp unit of the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain air base infrastructure and operational readiness. She manages a diverse portfolio of contracts spanning facility construction, communications systems, and maintenance services essential to air transportation support. Her work ensures the timely delivery of secure, resilient, and mission-aligned capabilities, aligning procurement actions with Air Force strategic priorities in modernizing tactical communications and maintaining mission-critical facilities. Dawn maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including TCG Construction Inc., LDIA Holdings, LLC, C-2 Construction Inc., Asphalt Preservation, LLC, and AES Systems Inc., reflecting a pattern of engagement with specialized firms experienced in electrical systems, site development, and infrastructure maintenance. Her procurement approach emphasizes reliability and technical proficiency, often partnering with vendors who demonstrate proven performance in complex, regulated environments requiring strict compliance with federal construction and defense standards. A strong advocate for small business participation, Dawn consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with over 64% of her awards directed to small businesses. Her contracting patterns reflect a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic programs, fostering opportunities for small, disadvantaged, and veteran-owned firms across multiple sectors. This focus supports broader Department of Defense goals to broaden the defense industrial base and enhance competition. Her primary NAICS focus areas include 238210 for electrical contracting, 811310 for commercial and industrial machinery repair, and 488190 for air transportation support activities, underscoring her technical expertise in infrastructure resilience and maintenance services. She routinely procures specialized services such as radio system upgrades, facility electrical installations, and waste management solutions critical to sustaining operational airfields, demonstrating deep domain knowledge in defense logistics and facility lifecycle support.