Garrett M Smith

Garrett M. Smith serves as a Contract Specialist within the Department of the Air Force’s FA2517 facility, responsible for managing mission-critical procurement activities that support infrastructure modernization and operational readiness at Air Force installations. He executes full-cycle contracting for complex technical systems, including electronic and communication infrastructure, fire safety upgrades, and facility-enabling technologies. His acquisitions are strategically aligned with the agency’s priorities to enhance resilience, security, and efficiency across defense installations, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-driven outcomes. Smith maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of prime contractors, including ASTERI CONSULTING SERVICES LLC, AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, ARHAB LLC, and PRIMEPRO BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LLC. These partnerships reflect a focus on firms capable of delivering integrated technical solutions—ranging from telecommunications and IT hardware to site development and logistics support. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, clear statement of work development, and collaborative vendor engagement to ensure mission-critical deliverables are met on schedule and within regulatory standards. A strong advocate for small business participation, Smith consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with nearly 90% of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate and sustained commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals, enabling diverse vendors to compete for and deliver essential services. His portfolio demonstrates minimal use of open competitions, underscoring a strategic alignment with federal initiatives to expand opportunity and capability within the small business community. His primary NAICS focus areas include 334519 (Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing) and 423430 (Computer and Peripheral Equipment Wholesalers), indicating deep expertise in procuring specialized electronic controls, computing hardware, and integrated software systems. He also regularly acquires satellite telecommunications services (517410), packing and crating solutions (488991), and specialized equipment leasing (532120), demonstrating a broad yet technically precise understanding of the support infrastructure required for modern defense operations.