Gene T Peterson

Gene T. Peterson serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA6675 301 Conf Pk unit of the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical procurement actions to sustain and modernize Air Force installation infrastructure. His responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle management of construction and facility support contracts, ensuring compliance with FAR and DFARS regulations while aligning acquisitions with operational readiness goals. Peterson routinely handles complex procurements for civil engineering, utility systems, and facility upgrades, focusing on projects that maintain airfield integrity, command and control environments, and mission-essential buildings. Peterson maintains a consistent working relationship with MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, a primary contractor for site development and infrastructure upgrades. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance reliability and regulatory adherence, fostering collaboration with firms experienced in military-grade construction standards. He actively engages contractors through competitive bidding, pre-solicitation outreach, and post-award performance monitoring to ensure compliance with technical specifications and schedule requirements. A strong advocate for small business participation, Peterson consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with nearly 90% of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses. He also supports HUBZone set-asides, reflecting a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals and geographic equity. His pattern of award distribution underscores a strategic emphasis on empowering qualified small firms to deliver essential services across Air Force installations. His technical expertise centers on NAICS categories 238220 (plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning), 238210 (electrical systems), 237310 (highway and bridge construction), and 236220 (commercial/institutional building construction), with additional focus on 238990 for specialized trade services. Peterson specializes in procuring integrated facility systems that support mission-critical environments, ensuring compliance with DoD environmental, safety, and energy resilience standards.