Kori McNabb

Kori McNabb serves as a key procurement professional within the FA3300 42 Cons Cc unit of the Department of the Air Force, supporting the educational and operational infrastructure of Air University. Responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of technical and facility-related acquisitions, McNabb focuses on modernizing training environments through immersive simulation systems, upgrading audiovisual and command communication platforms, and ensuring mission-critical facility readiness. Their work directly enables the delivery of advanced aerospace education and force development programs, aligning procurement activities with the agency’s strategic priorities in defense training innovation and infrastructure resilience. McNabb cultivates collaborative relationships with a broad spectrum of vendors, including specialized firms in simulation technology, instructional design, and facility services. While no single contractor dominates the award landscape, the contracting pattern reflects a preference for agile, niche providers capable of delivering customized solutions for complex educational and operational environments. Vendor partnerships are typically structured through competitive sealed bids and simplified acquisition procedures, emphasizing performance-based outcomes and technical compliance with DoD standards. McNabb’s procurement approach prioritizes broad market access, with 79% of awards issued under open competition and 15.8% designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. A modest but consistent 5.3% of awards are reserved for women-owned small businesses, reflecting a deliberate effort to diversify supplier participation without relying heavily on socioeconomically targeted set-asides. The contracting strategy balances efficiency with equitable opportunity, fostering a competitive environment that encourages small business innovation while maintaining mission readiness. Primary procurement activity centers on NAICS 711510 (independent artists, writers, and performers), indicating significant investment in instructional content development and simulation-based training media. Additional focus areas include building inspection services (541350) and passenger car rental (532111), underscoring a multidisciplinary approach to sustaining educational operations. McNabb’s expertise lies in integrating creative, technical, and logistical services to support Air University’s mission of developing future air and space leaders.