Edward Maxted-Sorensen

Edward Maxted-Sorensen serves as a key procurement lead within the FA4418 628 Cons Pk unit of the Department of the Air Force, responsible for managing construction, infrastructure sustainment, and mission-enabling acquisitions at Joint Base Charleston and associated installations. His work directly supports the agency’s mission to modernize airfield, utility, and facility systems critical to operational readiness. He routinely handles complex contracts under the Construction, Maintenance, and Facility Services domains, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while prioritizing resilience, safety, and long-term lifecycle performance of military infrastructure. His contractor relationships center on specialized small businesses delivering essential support services, including MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC for site development and civil works, PROTECT KITCHEN EXHAUST CLEANING, LLC for facility hygiene compliance, ACCESS PORTABLE TOILETS INC for temporary sanitation solutions, and ML Armaments LLC for security-related equipment. These partnerships reflect a strategic preference for niche vendors capable of rapid response and mission-critical service delivery in high-tempo operational environments. Maxted-Sorensen demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 90% of his acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate focus on fostering local and disadvantaged business participation. While no specific 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB preferences are dominant, his consistent use of total small business set-asides underscores a dedication to broadening vendor diversity and enhancing competition among small, agile contractors. His primary NAICS focus includes 335313 for switchgear and electrical distribution systems, 335921 for fiber optic cabling infrastructure, and 238990 for specialty trade contracting, indicating deep technical expertise in electrical, communications, and integrated facility systems. He also procures equipment under 532490 for industrial machinery leasing and 339920 for specialized athletic and training gear, revealing a multidisciplinary procurement portfolio aligned with both infrastructure resilience and quality-of-life support for military personnel.