Maripet Short

Maripet Short serves as a Contracting Officer for FA4855 27 Socons Lgc within the Department of the Air Force, where she leads the acquisition of mission-critical infrastructure and facility services essential to sustaining air base operational readiness. Her portfolio centers on construction support, environmental systems, and communications infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on modernizing physical assets such as HVAC, wastewater treatment, and landscaping systems. She manages full lifecycle procurements—from market research and solicitation to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and Air Force-specific mission requirements. Her work directly enables the resilience and functionality of critical installations across the Air Force’s global footprint. Maripet maintains a consistent working relationship with ALTUS TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC, a trusted contractor with demonstrated expertise in delivering integrated facility services under complex operational constraints. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, long-term vendor partnerships, and collaborative contract management to ensure timely delivery of high-quality infrastructure support. She prioritizes contractors with proven experience in military environment compliance, rapid response capabilities, and adherence to security protocols for sensitive installations. Her procurement strategy is exclusively focused on HUBZone set-asides, reflecting a steadfast commitment to economic development in historically underserved communities. All of her acquisitions are structured to maximize participation by HUBZone-certified small businesses, aligning with federal socioeconomic goals and enhancing local workforce development in designated areas. This singular focus underscores her dedication to equitable contracting and community impact through defense spending. Maripet specializes in NAICS 561730 (Landscaping Services), overseeing the procurement of site maintenance, erosion control, turf management, and environmental restoration services tailored to military airfield and facility standards. Her technical expertise includes compliance with Department of Defense environmental regulations, sustainable landscaping practices, and integrated pest management systems. She ensures that all contracted services support mission continuity while meeting rigorous operational and ecological benchmarks.