James Kot

James Kot serves as a key procurement lead within the Department of the Air Force’s FA5004 354 Cons Pk facility, responsible for managing acquisitions that sustain and modernize critical infrastructure at expeditionary and remote aerospace operations sites. His role centers on ensuring airfield readiness and mission-enabling facility integrity through the timely procurement of construction and industrial maintenance services. He handles a portfolio of contract actions under FAR Part 19 and Part 36, with a focus on competitive sealed bidding and negotiated procurements for commercial and institutional building construction, as well as repair and maintenance of industrial machinery and equipment essential to operational continuity. Kot maintains a consistent working relationship with COMBAT MEDICAL SYSTEMS LLC, a primary contractor delivering specialized infrastructure and facility support services. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven capabilities in expeditionary construction and industrial maintenance, indicating a focus on reliability and mission-critical performance. While he collaborates with a limited pool of qualified contractors, his approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and compliance with technical specifications for austere-environment operations. His contracting strategy reflects a balanced commitment to small business participation, with approximately one-third of awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, while the majority remain open to all competitors. This pattern demonstrates a deliberate effort to foster competition while ensuring access for qualified small businesses without compromising operational urgency. Kot’s procurement focus is concentrated in NAICS 236220 for commercial and institutional building construction and NAICS 811310 for commercial and industrial machinery repair and maintenance. He routinely acquires services related to airfield pavement rehabilitation, utility system upgrades, HVAC and power generation maintenance, and other mission-critical infrastructure sustainment activities, demonstrating deep expertise in expeditionary facility engineering and industrial asset lifecycle support.