Margaret A Kroening

Margaret A. Kroening serves as a Contracting Specialist for FA4528 5 Cons within the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing facility infrastructure acquisitions critical to mission readiness. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts for building systems integration, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and roofing services, as well as structural construction for commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities. Her work directly supports the agency’s mission to sustain and modernize Air Force installations through timely, compliant, and technically sound procurement actions, ensuring alignment with federal construction standards and operational requirements. Kroening maintains a consistent working relationship with McKenzie Construction & Site Development LLC, a key contractor delivering complex site development and facility construction services. Her procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and integrated project delivery models, fostering collaborative partnerships with vendors who demonstrate technical proficiency in infrastructure modernization. She prioritizes contractors with proven experience in military-grade construction environments and robust safety and quality control protocols. A strong advocate for small business participation, Kroening consistently applies Total Small Business Set-Aside authority under FAR 19.5, directing 75% of her acquisitions to small businesses. This reflects a deliberate socioeconomic strategy to broaden vendor diversity and enhance competition, while ensuring compliance with statutory obligations. Her contracting patterns demonstrate a balanced approach between small business engagement and strategic non-set-aside actions for specialized or urgent requirements. Her primary technical focus lies in NAICS 237310 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction), 423830 (Industrial Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers), and 333922 (Conveyor and Conveying Equipment Manufacturing), reflecting her specialization in transportation infrastructure, industrial equipment procurement, and material handling systems. Kroening’s expertise spans the integration of mechanical, structural, and utility systems essential to Air Force installation resilience and operational efficiency.