Laurie Ann Lykken

Laurie Lykken serves as the primary contracting lead for FA4690 28 Cons Pkc under the Department of the Air Force, overseeing acquisitions critical to the operational readiness and sustainment of Air Force installations. Responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of industrial and technical services, Lykken specializes in procuring facility support systems, environmental control infrastructure, security instrumentation, and specialized maintenance services essential to mission-critical air base operations. Their role ensures alignment with Air Force strategic priorities by delivering reliable, compliant, and timely contract solutions that uphold installation integrity and force readiness. Lykken maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including Ostrom Painting & Sandblasting, Inc., and Astronics Test Systems Inc., reflecting a preference for specialized vendors with proven expertise in industrial surface treatment and advanced test system integration. These partnerships are characterized by repeat engagements and performance-based contract structures, indicating a focus on quality, reliability, and technical precision. Lykken’s contracting approach emphasizes vendor accountability and mission-specific capability, fostering long-term collaborations with firms that demonstrate deep domain knowledge in defense infrastructure support. A strong commitment to small business participation defines Lykken’s socioeconomic contracting strategy, with over 57% of awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. An additional 4.4% of contracts are competed under the 8(a) program, underscoring a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for disadvantaged and veteran-owned firms. While the majority of procurements prioritize small business eligibility, Lykken also manages non-set-aside acquisitions when technical specificity or scale demands broader vendor participation. Lykken’s procurement focus centers on NAICS 238220 (plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contractors), 561210 (facilities support services), and 334511 (aeronautical system and instrument manufacturing), reflecting expertise in environmental control systems, facility maintenance, and mission-critical avionics support. Their portfolio consistently targets technical services that ensure the operational resilience of Air Force infrastructure, with a clear emphasis on systems that sustain base functionality under demanding operational conditions.