Kate Alvarado

Kate Alvarado serves as a key procurement lead within the FA3099 47 Conf Cc under the Department of the Air Force, responsible for managing construction and specialized trade contracts that sustain airfield and facility infrastructure critical to operational readiness. She oversees the full lifecycle of acquisitions for mission-critical capital improvements, including site preparation, utility upgrades, and specialty construction services that ensure the integrity of aviation and base-wide operational environments. Her portfolio is narrowly focused on high-priority, time-sensitive projects that directly support Air Force mission continuity and infrastructure resilience. Alvarado maintains consistent working relationships with AR6 Construction & Engineering, LLC and Horsepower Geospatial LLC, both of which provide specialized construction, geospatial surveying, and site development services. These partnerships reflect a pattern of sustained engagement with firms possessing deep technical expertise in airfield and facility modernization, often under tight performance timelines. Her contracting approach emphasizes reliability, compliance, and technical precision, favoring vendors with proven experience in military installation environments and complex regulatory frameworks. A defining feature of Alvarado’s procurement strategy is her exclusive use of Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, reflecting a strong institutional commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals. Every acquisition she manages is structured to prioritize SDVOSB participation, ensuring that veteran-owned enterprises play a central role in delivering essential infrastructure services. This consistent preference underscores a strategic alignment with Department of Defense mandates to empower veteran-led businesses in national defense support roles. Her technical focus is entirely centered on NAICS 238990 — All Other Specialty Trade Contractors — encompassing niche construction disciplines such as airfield pavement rehabilitation, specialized electrical and mechanical installations, and geospatial surveying for military infrastructure. She procures services requiring advanced technical certification and familiarity with DoD standards, demonstrating deep expertise in the intersection of civil works and defense operational requirements.