Mark D Laity

Mark D. Laity serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4803 20 Cons Lgca unit of the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing facility sustainment and modernization acquisitions. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts for construction, maintenance, and infrastructure support services critical to Air Force operational readiness, with a focus on commercial and institutional building systems, HVAC, roofing, and plumbing. His procurement activities align with the agency’s mission to enhance base resilience through reliable, compliant, and timely contract execution, ensuring that military installations remain mission-capable and compliant with federal acquisition regulations. Laity maintains consistent working relationships with Carolina Ground Service Equipment Inc., a key vendor providing specialized ground support equipment and related services. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established, capable contractors with proven performance in facility support domains, fostering long-term partnerships built on reliability, compliance, and technical proficiency. He engages primarily with firms capable of delivering complex, mission-critical infrastructure solutions under tight operational timelines. His procurement strategy prioritizes open competition, with 75% of actions issued as No Set-Aside, while maintaining a deliberate 25% allocation to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This balanced approach ensures broad market access while actively supporting small business participation without compromising mission requirements or acquisition efficiency. Laity’s technical focus centers on NAICS codes 334210 and 334290 for communications equipment manufacturing, 541511 for custom computer programming services, and 562112 for hazardous waste collection. These reflect a diverse portfolio spanning facility automation systems, IT modernization, and environmental compliance services—all essential to sustaining Air Force infrastructure. His expertise lies at the intersection of physical infrastructure and digital systems, ensuring integrated, compliant, and resilient installations.