Larry J Barbier

Larry J. Barbier serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA5270 18 Cons Pk unit of the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain airfield infrastructure and operational readiness across the Indo-Pacific region. His responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle management of service and construction contracts, with a focus on facilities maintenance, airfield damage repair, and mission-enabling logistics. Barbier ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with strategic priorities that support continuous force projection and installation resilience. He routinely handles complex, performance-based contracts for technical services requiring precise scope definition and rigorous contractor oversight. Barbier maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including GILBANE JAPAN GK and KYUNAN CO., LTD., both of which provide specialized engineering, maintenance, and logistical support tailored to military installation requirements. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for established, regionally embedded vendors with proven capability in austere environments and rapid-response operations. These partnerships are characterized by long-term contract performance, technical reliability, and adherence to DoD standards for quality and safety, enabling sustained operational continuity in high-demand theaters. Barbier’s contracting portfolio reflects no set-aside preferences, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This approach underscores a mission-driven focus on capability and readiness over socioeconomic classifications, prioritizing technical proficiency and proven performance in time-sensitive, high-stakes environments. While small business participation is not formally structured into his acquisition strategy, his evaluations remain fully compliant with FAR requirements, ensuring equitable access while maintaining operational urgency. His primary NAICS focus areas include 811310 for commercial and industrial machinery repair, 562211 for hazardous waste treatment, and 423860 for transportation equipment wholesaling, reflecting a technical domain rooted in infrastructure sustainment and environmental compliance. He also manages contracts under 928110 for national security services, demonstrating expertise in procuring specialized support functions critical to base security and operational integrity. Barbier’s work centers on maintaining the physical and logistical backbone of Air Force operations in contested and remote locations.