Joshua Wolery

Joshua Wolery serves as Base Operations Contracts Manager for the 56th Contracting Squadron under the Department of the Air Force, where he oversees the acquisition of critical infrastructure and facility support services essential to Air Force operational readiness. His portfolio encompasses maintenance, construction, and specialized equipment services that sustain airfields, hangars, and industrial facilities. Wolery manages a diverse range of contract actions—including firm-fixed-price and cost-reimbursement instruments—to ensure the reliability of mission-critical assets, with a focus on engineering, construction, and industrial maintenance services aligned with Air Force installation sustainment priorities. Wolery maintains established working relationships with key contractors including ARKOSE GROUP LLC, SILVER NATIONAL CORP., BLAZING AVIATION LLC, and MACH 2 PRODUCTIONS INC., who provide specialized capabilities in aviation support, industrial maintenance, and facility operations. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and long-term vendor partnerships, fostering collaboration with firms that demonstrate technical proficiency in aviation infrastructure and industrial systems. These relationships are built on consistent delivery, compliance with military standards, and adaptability to dynamic operational requirements. Wolery exhibits a balanced commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with approximately half of his awards issued without set-aside, while actively prioritizing small business participation. His portfolio includes a strong emphasis on Total Small Business Set-Asides (33.3%) and HUBZone Set-Asides (16.7%), reflecting a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for qualified small and geographically disadvantaged firms. This pattern aligns with DoD mandates to enhance competition and promote workforce development within underserved communities. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services), 237130 and 237110 (Power, Water, and Sewer Line Construction), 561730 (Landscaping Services), and 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery Repair and Maintenance). Wolery’s expertise centers on complex, mission-critical infrastructure projects requiring precision engineering, environmental compliance, and industrial-grade maintenance—ensuring Air Force installations remain fully operational and resilient under evolving operational demands.