Fred Hurlburt

Fred Hurlburt serves as a Contracting Officer for the Department of the Air Force under FA4484, responsible for managing mission-critical procurement activities that sustain air base infrastructure and operational readiness. He oversees a diverse portfolio of contracts spanning facility maintenance, construction, technical services, and environmental compliance, ensuring alignment with Air Force readiness standards and federal acquisition regulations. His work directly supports the modernization and resilience of military installations, with a focus on delivering reliable, compliant, and timely solutions to maintain high-readiness environments for aircraft and personnel. Hurlburt maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including PAETZOLD CONSTRUCTION CO INC, SEQUOIA CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED, RANCO CONSTRUCTION INC, THE PASSANANTE GROUP, LLC, and XENTURIS LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for established firms with proven experience in military construction, facility systems integration, and technical support services. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, rigorous contract administration, and long-term vendor collaboration to ensure mission continuity and quality assurance across complex infrastructure projects. A strong advocate for small business participation, Hurlburt consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with 75% of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to expand economic opportunity while leveraging the agility and innovation of small contractors. His set-aside patterns demonstrate a commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals, fostering a competitive environment that supports diverse small business capabilities across multiple industries. His procurement focus centers on NAICS codes including 561320 (Temporary Help Services), 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services), 334517 (Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing), 813110 (Religious Organizations), and 721110 (Hotels and Motels). While some categories appear atypical for a military installation, they reflect niche requirements such as specialized testing for environmental compliance, temporary staffing for surge operations, and unique support services for on-base personnel. Hurlburt’s expertise lies in aligning these diverse service needs with appropriate contracting vehicles and regulatory frameworks to meet Air Force operational demands.