Linda S. Shumaker

Linda S. Shumaker serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA6675 301 Conf Pk unit of the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical procurement actions to sustain and modernize Air Force installation infrastructure. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle management of construction, maintenance, and specialized equipment contracts essential to airfield operations, facility resilience, and communication system integrity. She specializes in complex acquisitions involving civil engineering, electrical systems, and facility modernization, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and operational readiness requirements. Shumaker maintains a consistent working relationship with MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, a primary contractor delivering site development and construction services critical to installation sustainment. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established, experienced vendors with demonstrated capability in military infrastructure projects, while actively fostering collaboration with firms possessing specialized expertise in airfield and facility systems. She engages contractors through competitive sealed bidding and negotiated procurements, emphasizing performance-based outcomes and stringent quality control standards. A strong advocate for small business participation, Shumaker consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with nearly two-thirds of her acquisitions reserved for small businesses. She also supports Women-Owned Small Business set-asides, reflecting a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic diversity in contractor selection. Her procurement approach aligns with DoD mandates to expand opportunities for small, disadvantaged, and veteran-owned firms without compromising mission-critical delivery timelines or technical standards. Her technical focus centers on NAICS codes related to electrical contracting, building construction, and specialized wholesale distribution, particularly in electrical apparatus, metal container manufacturing, and nonresidential building leasing. She procures services and equipment integral to facility electrification, structural integrity, and utility infrastructure, demonstrating deep expertise in the intersection of civil engineering and defense facility operations. Her work ensures that Air Force installations remain operationally viable, secure, and compliant with modernization benchmarks.