Eric Chase

Eric Chase serves as a Contract Administrator for the 355th Contracting Squadron (FA4877) under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain airpower readiness. He manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions for specialized infrastructure, maintenance services, and technical systems essential to aircraft operations, training facilities, and base support functions. His work directly enables operational continuity by ensuring timely delivery of mission-enabling assets, with a primary focus on construction and utility-related contracts under NAICS 237110. Chase collaborates closely with program managers and technical stakeholders to align contracting strategies with operational requirements and regulatory compliance. He maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including MILLER ELECTRIC COMPANY INC., ATLANTIC PACIFIC STANDARD LLC, DAP CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT LLC, BSE PERFORMANCE, LLC, and LAVISH LIFE TECHNOLOGIES LLC. These partnerships reflect a pattern of engagement with established vendors capable of delivering complex construction, facility maintenance, and technical support services under stringent military standards. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, rigorous contract administration, and adherence to federal acquisition regulations, fostering reliable vendor collaboration without reliance on socioeconomic set-asides. Eric Chase’s contracting portfolio is entirely non-set-aside, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a deliberate strategy prioritizing technical capability, past performance, and mission-critical delivery over socioeconomic classifications. While small business participation is not formally incentivized through set-asides, his administration ensures fair competition and transparent evaluation across all vendor tiers. His technical expertise centers on NAICS 237110—Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction—indicating a deep specialization in utility infrastructure, site development, and facility support systems critical to Air Force base operations. He procures services involving plumbing, drainage, stormwater management, and underground utility installation, demonstrating domain-specific knowledge in civil construction within defense environments.