Kaion R Smith

Kaion R. Smith serves as a Contract Specialist within the Department of the Air Force under FA4484, supporting mission-critical infrastructure sustainment and operational readiness at military installations. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions, Smith specializes in acquiring maintenance, construction, and technical services essential to air base functionality, including HVAC, facility modernization, and environmental compliance projects. Their work ensures alignment with FAR regulations and DoD acquisition policies, prioritizing timely delivery of services that uphold readiness standards and safety protocols across high-tempo operational environments. Smith maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including PAETZOLD CONSTRUCTION CO INC, RANCO CONSTRUCTION INC, SEQUOIA CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED, THE PASSANANTE GROUP, LLC, and XENTURIS LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for experienced firms capable of delivering complex construction, facility repair, and specialized technical services under tight operational timelines. Collaborations are characterized by rigorous performance oversight, compliance adherence, and a focus on quality assurance in high-stakes environments where downtime is not an option. A strong advocate for small business participation, Smith consistently structures acquisitions with a 90% Total Small Business Set-Aside rate under FAR 19.5, while also dedicating 10% to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides. This deliberate socioeconomic strategy ensures broad vendor access and fosters resilience within the small business industrial base, reinforcing the Department’s commitment to equitable contracting and community-based economic development. The procurement portfolio is heavily focused on NAICS codes 238320 (Painting and Wall Covering Contractors), 334519 (Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing), 334517 (Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing), 811198 (All Other Automotive Repair and Maintenance), and 511210 (Software Publishers). These reflect a technical specialization in facility maintenance systems, precision instrumentation, environmental controls, and support services critical to sustaining airfield infrastructure and mission-critical equipment.