Isaac M. R. Grace

Isaac M. R. Grace serves as a Contract Administrator within the FA4528 5 Cons unit of the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing facility sustainment and modernization initiatives across Air Force installations. His responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle management of construction and infrastructure contracts, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-aligned outcomes. He routinely administers complex procurements for building systems integration, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, and structural construction services for commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities. His work directly supports the agency’s mission to maintain operational readiness through resilient, code-compliant infrastructure. Mr. Grace maintains a consistent working relationship with MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, a primary contractor for heavy civil and building exterior services. His procurement approach emphasizes collaborative vendor engagement, fostering long-term partnerships with firms possessing proven expertise in mission-critical construction environments. He actively coordinates pre-solicitation outreach, performance evaluations, and contract closeouts to ensure quality delivery and contractor accountability across all project phases. A defining feature of Mr. Grace’s contracting portfolio is his exclusive reliance on Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a steadfast commitment to socioeconomic inclusion. All his acquisitions are reserved for small businesses, enabling broad participation from diverse vendors and reinforcing the Air Force’s mandate to empower small business growth within the defense industrial base. His technical focus centers on NAICS codes 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction), 238190 (Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors), and 238320 (Painting and Wall Covering Contractors), underscoring his specialization in structural integrity, exterior envelope systems, and integrated civil works. He possesses deep domain knowledge in building envelope performance, subsurface utility coordination, and compliance with military construction standards, ensuring that every acquisition meets stringent operational and safety requirements.