Heather Melsby

Heather Melsby serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA5000 673 Cons Lgc under the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing procurement strategies that sustain critical military infrastructure and operational readiness. She manages the full lifecycle of construction and facility services contracts, with a primary focus on plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning systems essential to maintaining mission-critical installations. Her acquisitions ensure compliance with federal regulations while supporting the agency’s mission to deliver safe, functional, and environmentally compliant facilities across Air Force bases nationwide. Heather maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of specialized contractors, including GIGABITER LLC, VINDICATOR TECHNOLOGIES, INC., YUKON EQUIPMENT, INC., and GLOBAL FINISHING SOLUTIONS LLC. These vendors are regularly engaged for their technical expertise in HVAC system installation, facility maintenance, and specialized mechanical services. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, rigorous source selection, and long-term vendor collaboration to ensure reliability and compliance with military standards. She demonstrates an unwavering commitment to small business participation, directing 100% of her procurements under Total Small Business Set-Aside provisions per FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize opportunities for small businesses with proven capabilities in facility services, ensuring equitable access to defense contracting while fostering a resilient, diverse supplier base. Her technical domain is exclusively centered on NAICS 238220—Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors—where she specializes in procuring complex mechanical systems, including chilled water loops, variable air volume units, and energy-efficient HVAC retrofits. Her expertise ensures that all acquisitions align with Air Force facility standards, sustainability goals, and operational continuity requirements, making her a key enabler of installation readiness and mission assurance.