Justin P. Keeney

Justin P. Keeney serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4417 1 Socons under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain and modernize airpower capabilities. He specializes in procuring advanced communications systems, aeronautical navigation equipment, and integrated base defense technologies, ensuring operational readiness through secure, resilient infrastructure. His portfolio encompasses complex contracts for both commercial and defense-grade hardware and services, requiring deep familiarity with FAR and DFARS compliance, technical specifications, and lifecycle management of mission-enabling systems. Keeney’s work directly supports the agency’s strategic imperative to enhance air operations through cutting-edge, interoperable technologies. Keeney maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including AANTILIA LLC, MARRERO, COUVILLON & ASSOCIATES, L.L.C., MATTHES PARKER LLC, L1 ENTERPRISES INCORPORATED, and WALCO ENTERPRISES INC. These partnerships span systems integration, facility construction, and specialized engineering services, reflecting a preference for established vendors with proven expertise in defense environments. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, rigorous technical evaluation, and long-term vendor reliability, fostering collaborative yet disciplined procurement practices aligned with Air Force standards. Keeney demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 41.2% of his awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While no set-aside preferences for 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB are dominant, his consistent use of small business set-asides underscores a deliberate strategy to broaden vendor diversity and stimulate innovation within the defense supply chain. His procurement patterns reflect a balanced approach—prioritizing capability while actively expanding opportunities for qualified small firms. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and 238210 (Electrical Contractors), indicating substantial investment in base infrastructure modernization. He also regularly acquires computer systems design services (541512) and electronic components (334419), demonstrating technical expertise in integrating secure communications and digital infrastructure into operational airfields and command centers.