Kristen McClelland

Kristen McClelland serves as a key procurement professional within the FA2816 Smc Pk Pko, a unit of the Department of the Air Force dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and operational resilience of Air Force personnel and their families. In this role, she manages the acquisition of specialized electronic computer manufacturing systems and integrated hardware solutions that support mission-critical administrative, educational, and wellness infrastructure across Air Force installations. Her responsibilities include planning, soliciting, awarding, and administering contracts aligned with the agency’s strategic priorities in digital infrastructure, automated resource management, and personnel support systems, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and technical performance standards. While specific contractor names are not currently available in the procurement record, McClelland’s acquisition profile indicates a consistent engagement with vendors possessing advanced capabilities in electronic computer manufacturing, including firms experienced in ruggedized computing platforms, embedded systems, and secure data processing hardware. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for technically sophisticated suppliers capable of meeting stringent military-grade specifications, with a focus on reliability, interoperability, and lifecycle support. McClelland’s procurement activity shows no use of socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a mission-driven emphasis on technical capability and performance over socioeconomic criteria, aligning with the specialized nature of the equipment procured. While small business participation is not formally prioritized in her portfolio, all acquisitions remain compliant with FAR requirements for fair and open competition. Her primary industry focus is NAICS 334111—Electronic Computer Manufacturing—where she procures custom and commercial-off-the-shelf computing systems, data acquisition units, and integrated hardware for fitness tracking, educational kiosks, and administrative automation. Her technical expertise lies in the integration of secure, mission-tailored computing platforms into human-centered service environments, ensuring operational continuity and user accessibility across diverse installation settings.