Javon Tharps

Javon Tharps serves as a key procurement professional within the FA8101 organization of the Department of the Air Force, supporting mission-critical infrastructure and operational readiness through strategic acquisition planning. Responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of contracts centered on facility sustainment, specialized equipment maintenance, and mission-enabling services, Tharps ensures the reliability of analytical, audiovisual, and cybersecurity-adjacent systems across Air Force installations. Their work directly contributes to maintaining secure, functional environments essential to national defense operations, with a focus on acquiring goods and services that sustain both physical infrastructure and technical capabilities underpinning Air Force missions. Tharps maintains consistent working relationships with MACK GLOBAL LLC and ORE POWER LLC, two contractors frequently engaged for specialized maintenance, logistics, and technical support services. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in niche operational domains, including facility systems, audiovisual instrumentation, and mission-critical supply chain support. The contracting patterns indicate a reliance on established, capable vendors capable of delivering responsive, compliant, and technically precise solutions under demanding operational conditions. Tharps demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 78.6% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to prioritize small business participation, aligning with Air Force goals to foster innovation and resilience through diverse vendor networks. While specific set-aside categories are not disclosed, the high percentage of small business awards suggests active engagement with 8(a), HUBZone, and SDVOSB firms, reinforcing a culture of inclusive procurement. Primary procurement activity centers on NAICS 324191 (petroleum lubricants and greases), 334310 (audio/video equipment), 721110 (hotels/motels), 532289 (consumer goods rental), and 711510 (independent artists and performers), indicating a broad yet targeted approach to sustaining both technical and human-operational environments. Tharps’ expertise spans the acquisition of industrial maintenance supplies, AV systems for command centers, temporary lodging for personnel, specialized equipment rentals, and performance-based services supporting morale and mission continuity.