James B. Ting

James B. Ting serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4418 628 Cons Pk unit of the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain and modernize infrastructure at Joint Base Charleston and associated installations. He manages a diverse portfolio of construction, maintenance, and mission-enabling service contracts, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and aligning procurements with strategic priorities in airfield resilience, utility systems, and facility modernization. His work directly supports operational readiness through timely, compliant contracting for infrastructure projects and essential base services. Ting maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, PROTECT KITCHEN EXHAUST CLEANING, LLC, ACCESS PORTABLE TOILETS INC, and ML Armaments LLC, reflecting a balanced mix of general construction, environmental services, and specialized defense support vendors. His procurement patterns emphasize reliability, performance-based outcomes, and vendor accountability, fostering long-term partnerships with firms capable of delivering complex, on-site services under stringent military standards. A strong advocate for small business participation, Ting consistently prioritizes socioeconomic set-asides, with over 41% of his awards designated for Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, and a significant portion allocated to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and 8(a) firms. His contracting approach actively promotes equitable access and economic opportunity while maintaining mission readiness through certified small business capabilities. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 238330 (Flooring Contractors), with notable activity in remediation services (562910), highway and bridge construction (237310), and specialized instructional services (611519, 611699). This reflects a broad technical domain spanning facility maintenance, environmental compliance, and mission support infrastructure, demonstrating expertise in both civil works and niche service contracting essential to Air Force base operations.