Lance D. Nelson

Lance D. Nelson serves as a Contract Administrator within the FA3030 17 Cons Cc, a unit of the Department of the Air Force responsible for sustaining and modernizing critical infrastructure at Air Force installations. In this role, he manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions for facility maintenance and repair services, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-driven priorities. His acquisitions primarily support HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and grounds maintenance systems essential to operational readiness and personnel quality of life. Nelson works closely with technical representatives and project managers to translate facility requirements into solicitations that balance performance, cost, and regulatory compliance. Nelson maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors specializing in facility services, including MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, IMPERIAL ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING, LLC, DUNCAN MECHANICAL SERVICE, INC, and ACTION CONSTRUCTION AUSTIN LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for contractors with proven expertise in military-grade infrastructure maintenance and rapid-response repair capabilities. His procurement approach emphasizes reliability, past performance, and technical proficiency, fostering long-term vendor collaboration while maintaining rigorous oversight of contract execution and deliverables. A strong advocate for small business participation, Nelson consistently structures procurements with a 65% total small business set-aside rate under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals. He prioritizes opportunities for small disadvantaged businesses, HUBZone firms, and other eligible small entities, aligning with Department of Defense mandates to broaden vendor diversity and enhance competition. His contracting patterns demonstrate a strategic balance between large-capability vendors and agile small business partners to meet mission-critical timelines. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 611710 (Educational Support Services), 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), and 238330 (Flooring Contractors), indicating a strong emphasis on facility systems maintenance, environmental controls, and infrastructure refurbishment. He routinely procures specialized repair services, preventive maintenance contracts, and utility system upgrades, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with DoD facility standards and the operational demands of military installations.