Khayyan Wafer

Khayyan Wafer serves as a Contracting Specialist within the FA4855 27 Socons Lgc under the Department of the Air Force, where they play a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain air base infrastructure and operational readiness. Specializing in construction, facility systems, and secure communications procurement, Wafer manages a diverse portfolio of contracts spanning building modernization, HVAC upgrades, wastewater treatment systems, and electromechanical equipment. Their work directly supports the agency’s strategic imperative to enhance physical resilience and ensure uninterrupted mission capability across critical defense installations. Wafer maintains a consistent working relationship with ALTUS TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC, a key contractor delivering specialized technical services and infrastructure support. Their procurement approach emphasizes collaboration with vendors capable of meeting stringent military standards for durability, security, and compliance. Wafer fosters long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance reliability, technical expertise, and adherence to federal acquisition regulations, ensuring seamless integration of complex systems into operational environments. A strong advocate for small business participation, Wafer consistently prioritizes socioeconomic set-asides, with nearly half of their acquisitions designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Additional emphasis is placed on Women-Owned Small Businesses and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, reflecting a deliberate commitment to equitable contracting and workforce development. Their pattern of award distribution demonstrates alignment with Department of Defense goals to expand small business access to defense-related opportunities. Wafer’s procurement focus centers on NAICS categories including 339920 (sporting and athletic goods manufacturing), 321918 (other millwork), and 334515/334510 (electrical measurement and electrotherapeutic apparatus manufacturing), reflecting a unique blend of facility-related and specialized technical equipment needs. Their expertise spans procurement of nonupholstered wood furniture, precision instrumentation, and mission-critical electrical systems, demonstrating nuanced understanding of both civil engineering and defense-specific technical domains.