Eric M. Bishop

Eric M. Bishop serves as a Contracting Officer for FA4528 5 Cons within the Department of the Air Force, responsible for managing complex acquisition programs that sustain and modernize critical Air Force infrastructure. He oversees the procurement of building systems integration services—including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and roofing—as well as structural construction for commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities. His portfolio emphasizes mission-critical facility upgrades aligned with Air Force installation readiness goals, ensuring compliance with federal construction standards and lifecycle sustainability requirements. Bishop’s work directly supports the agency’s mission to maintain operational readiness through resilient, code-compliant infrastructure. Bishop maintains a consistent working relationship with MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, a primary contractor for facility construction and site development services. His procurement approach favors long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance reliability, technical expertise in civil works, and adherence to federal construction specifications. He prioritizes contractors with demonstrated capability in integrated building systems and infrastructure rehabilitation, fostering collaborative relationships that emphasize quality control, schedule adherence, and safety compliance. Bishop consistently applies a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside strategy under FAR 19.5, ensuring all procurements are reserved exclusively for small business concerns. This reflects a deep institutional commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with a preference for firms certified under HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), and other small business programs. His contracting patterns prioritize equitable access and capacity building within the small business community, reinforcing the Air Force’s broader goals for inclusive economic growth. His primary NAICS focus areas include 324121 (Asphalt Paving Mixture and Block Manufacturing), 333921 (Elevator and Moving Stairway Manufacturing), and 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing), indicating specialized procurement of materials and systems integral to facility modernization. He specializes in acquiring engineered construction materials, vertical transportation systems, and mission-critical communications infrastructure, demonstrating technical fluency in both civil and electronic building systems.