Jared A. Barber

Jared A. Barber supports the procurement mission of the Department of the Air Force at FA2517 21 Cons Bldg 350, managing acquisitions critical to infrastructure modernization and operational readiness. He oversees the acquisition of mission-critical facility systems, including fire safety enhancements, mechanical and electrical infrastructure upgrades, and architectural metal components essential to defense installation resilience. His work ensures compliance with federal contracting regulations while aligning procurements with strategic Air Force priorities in sustainment and modernization. Barber typically handles competitive sealed bids and negotiated contracts under FAR Part 14 and Part 15, focusing on complex, multi-disciplinary projects that integrate construction, maintenance, and technical systems. Barber maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including ASTERI CONSULTING SERVICES LLC, AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, ARHAB LLC, and PRIMEPRO BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for experienced vendors capable of delivering integrated facility services—from plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning systems to commercial machinery repair and architectural metal fabrication. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical compliance, and contractor reliability, fostering long-term vendor engagement through structured evaluation criteria and post-award oversight. His procurement patterns show a strong orientation toward open competition, with 78.6% of awards issued without set-aside designations, reflecting a focus on best-value outcomes. However, he consistently supports small business participation, allocating 21.4% of awards to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both efficiency and socioeconomic goals without reliance on specialized programs like 8(a) or HUBZone. Barber’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 811310 (commercial and industrial machinery repair), 238220 (plumbing and HVAC contracting), and 332321 (metal window and door manufacturing), indicating deep expertise in facility systems integration. He routinely procures high-performance building components, climate control systems, and structural metalwork tailored to secure, mission-critical environments, ensuring installations meet DoD resilience and energy efficiency standards.