Joseph Sbarra

Joseph Sbarra serves as a key procurement professional within the FA8601 Aflcmc Pzio unit of the Department of the Air Force, supporting the acquisition of mission-critical aerospace and defense instrumentation. He manages complex contracts for high-precision analytical laboratory equipment, electromedical devices, and industrial measurement systems essential to flight testing, fuel analysis, and environmental monitoring programs. His work ensures the operational readiness of Air Force test ranges and maintenance facilities by securing reliable, laboratory-grade systems that meet stringent military specifications. Sbarra’s portfolio emphasizes technical procurement requiring rigorous compliance with federal acquisition regulations and defense-specific standards. Sbarra maintains a consistent working relationship with C MARTIN CO INC, a primary contractor for analytical instrumentation and specialized measurement systems. His contracting approach reflects a preference for established vendors with proven expertise in aerospace-grade equipment, though he actively engages with small businesses through competitive set-asides. Vendor partnerships are typically performance-based, with emphasis on technical capability, calibration certification, and after-sales support for mission-critical hardware. His procurement patterns show a strong emphasis on open competition, with 65.2% of awards issued without set-aside restrictions. Nevertheless, he demonstrates meaningful commitment to small business participation, allocating 33.3% of contracts to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 and a modest but targeted 1.5% to 8(a) competed programs. This balanced approach ensures both operational reliability and socioeconomic compliance. Sbarra’s primary industry focus lies in NAICS 334516—Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing—reflecting his specialization in procurement of gas chromatographs, mass spectrometers, and precision sensors. He also engages with manufacturers of electrotherapeutic and industrial measurement systems under NAICS 333310 and 333517, demonstrating technical fluency in electromechanical and calibration-intensive domains. His expertise centers on acquiring devices that support aerospace R&D, environmental compliance, and maintenance logistics within defense testing environments.