Lindsay Plasencio

Lindsay Plasencio serves as a key procurement professional within the 436 Contracting Squadron of the Department of the Air Force, supporting the operational readiness of Air Force installations through the acquisition of critical maintenance, security, and facility infrastructure services. Responsible for managing complex contracting actions under FAR and AFM guidelines, Plasencio specializes in securing specialized industrial and technical services essential to sustaining aircraft support systems, hangar operations, and base security environments. Their portfolio includes high-priority, mission-critical acquisitions that ensure the continued functionality of air base infrastructure and support equipment, often requiring technical oversight and compliance with Defense Logistics Agency standards. Plasencio maintains a consistent working relationship with Ostrom Painting & Sandblasting, Inc., a primary vendor for industrial surface preparation and protective coating services. Their contracting patterns reflect a preference for established, technically capable small businesses with proven track records in facility maintenance and industrial repair. Vendor partnerships are characterized by repeat engagements, performance-based contract structures, and a focus on long-term reliability over transactional procurement. Set-aside preferences reveal a balanced approach to small business participation, with nearly one-third of awards reserved for Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and nearly 10% allocated to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. While the majority of contracts remain open to all competitors, Plasencio demonstrates a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic programs, strategically leveraging SDVOSB and small business set-asides to enhance competition and foster resilience within the defense industrial base. Industry focus centers on NAICS codes 811310 (commercial and industrial machinery repair), 561621 (security systems services), and 336413 (aircraft auxiliary equipment manufacturing). Plasencio’s expertise lies in procuring specialized maintenance, security system integration, and non-automotive industrial equipment services critical to air base sustainment, reflecting deep technical familiarity with defense facility operations and maintenance logistics.