Jonathan A. Severin

Jonathan A. Severin serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4407 375th Contracting Squadron under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing facility-related acquisitions critical to Air Force installation readiness. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts spanning building operations, environmental compliance, and infrastructure support, ensuring mission-critical environments remain fully functional and regulatory-compliant. His acquisitions primarily involve facility maintenance, prefabricated metal components, and landscaping services, aligning with the agency’s mandate to sustain airfield and lodging infrastructure through responsive, compliant contracting practices. Severin maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including Challenge Unlimited, Inc., JayTech, Inc., and North American Import and Export Company LLC, who provide specialized services in facility modernization, technical support, and material supply. His contracting approach emphasizes reliability, performance-based outcomes, and long-term vendor partnerships, fostering collaboration with firms that demonstrate technical proficiency in Air Force-specific operational requirements. These relationships are characterized by repeat engagement and a focus on quality delivery within complex regulatory frameworks. A strong advocate for small business participation, Severin consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with approximately 83% of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate and sustained commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals, enabling small firms to compete for and fulfill essential mission support contracts without requiring full and open competition. His pattern of set-aside usage underscores a strategic alignment with Department of Defense objectives to expand small business access to federal procurement opportunities. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 332311 (Prefabricated Metal Building and Component Manufacturing) and 561730 (Landscaping Services), reflecting deep expertise in infrastructure asset sustainment. He routinely procures modular building systems, site development services, and environmental landscaping solutions tailored to military installation standards, demonstrating specialized knowledge in construction-related supply chains and facility lifecycle management.