James E. Kelly

James E. Kelly serves as a Contracting Officer for the Department of the Air Force under FA4484, responsible for managing mission-critical procurement activities that sustain air base infrastructure and operational readiness. He oversees the acquisition of construction, maintenance, and technical services essential to facility modernization, environmental compliance, and readiness support at military installations. His portfolio includes contracts for electrical systems, HVAC upgrades, real estate support, and engineering services, all aligned with the Air Force’s imperative to maintain high-readiness environments for aircraft and personnel. Kelly ensures acquisitions comply with federal procurement regulations while advancing infrastructure resilience and mission continuity. He maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of experienced contractors, including PAETZOLD CONSTRUCTION CO INC, SEQUOIA CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED, RANCO CONSTRUCTION INC, THE PASSANANTE GROUP, LLC, and XENTURIS LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for established firms with proven capabilities in military construction, facility maintenance, and technical services. Kelly’s contracting approach emphasizes performance reliability, regulatory adherence, and timely delivery in high-stakes operational environments, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in accountability and quality assurance. Kelly demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with over 41% of his awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He actively utilizes Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and HUBZone set-asides, reflecting a deliberate strategy to expand economic opportunity within the defense contracting ecosystem. His socioeconomic contracting patterns prioritize inclusive competition, with targeted 8(a) and veteran-owned opportunities integrated into his acquisition planning to meet statutory goals while maintaining mission effectiveness. His primary NAICS focus areas include 238210 (Electrical Contractors), 541330 (Engineering Services), 531390 (Real Estate Activities), and 611699 (Miscellaneous Instruction), indicating expertise in facility infrastructure, technical support, and specialized training services. Kelly’s procurement portfolio centers on mission-enabling services critical to sustaining Air Force installations, combining technical precision with strategic socioeconomic intent.