Elric A. Manville

Elric Manville serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4855 27 Socons Lgc under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain air base infrastructure and operational readiness. His portfolio encompasses construction, communications systems, and facility support services essential to maintaining secure, resilient airfield operations. Manville specializes in managing complex procurements under FAR Part 15, including performance-based service contracts and firm-fixed-price agreements for technical equipment and infrastructure modernization. He ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning contracting actions with the agency’s strategic priorities in HVAC, wastewater treatment, and secure communications systems. Manville maintains a consistent working relationship with ALTUS TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC, a key contractor delivering specialized communications and technical support services. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance metrics and technical compliance, fostering reliable delivery of mission-enabling systems. He engages with a mix of large prime contractors and small business subcontractors, ensuring accountability and technical fidelity across the supply chain. His contracting patterns reflect a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with approximately half of his awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, and the other half open to full and open competition. This dual approach underscores his dedication to expanding opportunities for small businesses while maintaining procurement flexibility for complex technical requirements. Manville’s primary NAICS focus areas include 334220 for wireless communications equipment, 332994 for ordnance-related components, and 334310 for audio/video systems, reflecting his technical expertise in secure military-grade communications and instrumentation. He routinely procures specialized hardware and integrated systems requiring stringent DoD compliance, demonstrating deep familiarity with defense-specific technical standards and certification requirements.