Marcos Morales

Marcos Morales serves as a Contract Specialist at the Headquarters, Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center (AFOTEC), where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that support the independent evaluation of aerospace, cyber-enabled, and command and control systems. His responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of contracting actions—from requirements validation and solicitation development to award and contract administration—ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, and Air Force-specific policies. Morales specializes in procuring technical services and construction-related support essential to AFOTEC’s real-world testing environments, often coordinating with engineering, logistics, and operational test teams to align acquisition strategy with mission readiness objectives. While specific contractor names are not publicly enumerated, Morales maintains a consistent pattern of engagement with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses and specialized technical service providers. His working relationships emphasize collaboration with firms capable of delivering high-integrity, non-developmental, and rapidly deployable solutions tailored to operational test and evaluation needs. He frequently interfaces with contractors possessing security clearances and experience in defense testing infrastructure, ensuring contractual deliverables meet stringent Air Force standards for data integrity and system survivability. Morales demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with nearly two-thirds of his acquisitions structured as set-asides—equally split between Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and no set-aside categories, and a significant portion allocated to HUBZone and total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to foster competition among qualified small entities while maintaining flexibility for mission-essential procurements. His primary NAICS focus areas include commercial and institutional building construction, plumbing and HVAC systems, and highway and bridge construction—indicating a strong emphasis on infrastructure and facility support for test ranges and evaluation sites. He also procures specialized services under NAICS 511210, suggesting involvement in data processing and analytical software solutions critical to test result management and reporting. His expertise lies at the intersection of physical infrastructure and technical systems supporting Air Force operational test and evaluation.