Jerry L. Sauder

Jerry L. Sauder serves as a Contracting Officer for the 355th Contracting Squadron (FA4877) under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in securing mission-critical capabilities to sustain airpower readiness. He manages the acquisition of specialized aerospace equipment, avionics, maintenance services, and infrastructure support essential to aircraft operations, training systems, and base functionality. His portfolio encompasses complex procurements requiring technical expertise in industrial machinery, IT services, and facility construction, ensuring timely delivery of capabilities that directly support operational tempo and force readiness. Sauder maintains strong, ongoing relationships with key contractors including MILLER ELECTRIC COMPANY INC., ATLANTIC PACIFIC STANDARD LLC, DAP CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT LLC, BSE PERFORMANCE, LLC, and LAVISH LIFE TECHNOLOGIES LLC. These partnerships reflect a balanced mix of large and small business vendors, with a consistent emphasis on firms capable of delivering high-integrity technical services, precision manufacturing, and mission-critical infrastructure support. His contracting approach prioritizes performance reliability, compliance with military specifications, and responsive vendor engagement to meet dynamic operational demands. A staunch advocate for socioeconomic contracting, Sauder consistently structures procurements to maximize small business participation, with 40% of his awards designated for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and 40% for total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. An additional 20% are allocated to HUBZone firms, demonstrating a deliberate strategy to channel opportunities toward underserved communities and veteran-owned enterprises while maintaining rigorous performance standards. His procurement focus centers on NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), reflecting heavy demand for software integration, data systems support, and cyber-enabled maintenance tools. He also regularly procures industrial machinery (333924), facility construction (237310), and commercial equipment repair (811310), showcasing deep technical familiarity with aerospace maintenance ecosystems and base infrastructure resilience. Sauder’s expertise lies in aligning acquisition strategy with operational urgency across technical, logistical, and facility domains.