Mark G. Kjolsrud

Mark G. Kjolsrud serves as a Contracting Specialist with the 355th Contracting Squadron (FA4877) under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain airpower readiness. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts for specialized aerospace equipment, avionics, maintenance services, and mission-enabling infrastructure supporting aircraft systems, training platforms, and base operations. His work ensures operational continuity by securing timely, compliant, and cost-effective solutions aligned with Air Force procurement directives and defense acquisition regulations. Kjolsrud routinely handles complex procurements requiring technical oversight, risk mitigation, and stringent compliance with federal acquisition standards. Kjolsrud maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including MILLER ELECTRIC COMPANY INC., ATLANTIC PACIFIC STANDARD LLC, DAP CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT LLC, BSE PERFORMANCE, LLC, and LAVISH LIFE TECHNOLOGIES LLC. These partnerships span industrial manufacturing, facility construction, technical maintenance, and advanced technology integration, reflecting a diverse vendor base capable of supporting both routine and mission-urgent requirements. His approach emphasizes performance-based contracting, clear statement of work development, and collaborative vendor engagement to ensure delivery of high-quality, mission-ready outcomes. A defining feature of Kjolsrud’s procurement strategy is his exclusive use of Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals. He consistently channels all eligible acquisitions to small businesses, fostering growth among qualified vendors and reinforcing the Air Force’s mandate to maximize small business participation. This pattern underscores a strategic emphasis on building resilient, agile supply chains rooted in community-based and economically disadvantaged enterprises. While specific NAICS codes are not available, his portfolio centers on technical domains including aircraft component procurement, facility maintenance, logistics support systems, and specialized electronics integration. His expertise lies in acquiring mission-critical hardware and services that directly enable aerospace operational readiness, requiring deep familiarity with defense-specific technical specifications and supply chain dynamics.