Jeffrey A Kistler

Jeffrey A. Kistler serves as a Contracting Officer for the 56th Contracting Squadron (FA4887) under the Department of the Air Force, where he manages mission-critical acquisitions to sustain Air Force infrastructure and operational readiness. His portfolio encompasses industrial maintenance, aviation component manufacturing, facility systems, and specialized equipment services essential to airfield and hangar operations. Kistler executes full and open competitions, as well as socioeconomic set-asides, ensuring compliance with FAR and DFARS while aligning procurements with strategic Air Force readiness goals. He routinely handles complex service contracts requiring technical oversight and performance-based acquisition methodologies. Kistler maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including Arkose Group LLC, Silver National Corp., Blazing Aviation LLC, and Mach 2 Productions Inc., all of which provide specialized maintenance, aviation support, and facility systems services. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance reliability, technical expertise, and compliance with aerospace and defense standards. He prioritizes contractors with proven experience in aviation infrastructure, industrial HVAC, and mission-critical equipment supply chains. A strong advocate for small business participation, Kistler consistently employs Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, which account for 71% of his awards. He also actively utilizes 8(a) competed set-asides, reflecting a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic contracting programs that expand opportunities for disadvantaged businesses. His contracting patterns demonstrate a strategic emphasis on fostering a diverse, resilient small business base capable of supporting complex Air Force installation requirements. His primary NAICS focus areas include Motor and Generator Manufacturing (335312), Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220), and Service Establishment Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423850), underscoring his expertise in procuring industrial power systems, HVAC infrastructure, and mission-support equipment. Kistler’s technical domain centers on sustaining Air Force facilities through reliable, performance-driven acquisitions in critical maintenance and facility operations sectors.