Marie R. Kuhn

Marie R. Kuhn serves as a Contract Specialist within the Department of the Air Force’s FA2517 21 Cons Bldg 350 office, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical procurement actions to sustain and modernize defense infrastructure. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of contract actions—from solicitation and evaluation to award and administration—for facility upgrades, mechanical systems, and operational support services essential to Air Force readiness. Kuhn specializes in complex acquisitions involving building systems integration, maintenance of commercial and industrial equipment, and technical services that support secure, resilient installations. She ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with strategic infrastructure modernization goals. Kuhn maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors, including ASTERI CONSULTING SERVICES LLC, AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, ARHAB LLC, and PRIMEPRO BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LLC. These partnerships reflect a blend of specialized engineering, construction, and technical services firms capable of delivering high-integrity solutions for facility systems and maintenance. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, clear statement of work development, and rigorous contractor accountability to ensure mission success across diverse installation environments. A strong advocate for small business participation, Kuhn consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, directing approximately 60% of her acquisitions to small businesses. This reflects a deliberate socioeconomic strategy to foster competition, enhance vendor diversity, and leverage the innovation and agility of small firms in support of defense infrastructure needs. Her contracting patterns demonstrate a balanced commitment to both small business goals and mission requirements, with no set-aside awards reserved for uniquely qualified or complex procurements. Her procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery Repair and Maintenance), and 511210 (Information Services), underscoring expertise in mechanical systems, equipment servicing, and technical information support. Kuhn’s domain knowledge spans facility modernization, building automation, and mission-critical infrastructure sustainment, ensuring Air Force installations remain operationally ready and technologically current.