Marvin Paquia

Marvin Paquia serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA8823 Sustainment MCPNT SSC/PKL under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in managing the acquisition lifecycle for critical aerospace and space-based sustainment programs. He specializes in procuring technical services and equipment essential to maintaining operational readiness of guided missile systems, satellite communications infrastructure, and global positioning technologies. His acquisitions focus on research and development, systems integration, and engineering support services that directly enable the modernization and longevity of national defense space assets. Paquia ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning contract strategies with the agency’s mission to sustain high-priority defense capabilities. Paquia collaborates with a diverse range of contractors specializing in defense aerospace engineering, wireless communications equipment manufacturing, and systems R&D. He works closely with prime contractors possessing deep technical expertise in space systems sustainment, signal processing, and command and control architectures. While no single vendor dominates his portfolio, his contracting patterns reflect a preference for established defense technology firms with proven track records in delivering mission-critical solutions under stringent performance and security requirements. His approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and risk mitigation through robust statement of work development. Paquia’s procurement portfolio reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of his acquisitions conducted under non-set-aside authorities. He does not currently prioritize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, instead focusing on technical capability and mission alignment as primary selection criteria. His contracting strategy prioritizes access to specialized engineering talent and proven system sustainment experience over socioeconomic preferences, aligning with the high-stakes nature of space and missile system sustainment. His primary NAICS focus is 541712 for research and development in physical and engineering sciences, reflecting heavy demand for advanced systems engineering, technical analysis, and prototype development. He also frequently procures under 334220 for radio and wireless communications equipment, indicating active involvement in satellite ground segment modernization and secure data link systems. His technical domain expertise spans space vehicle sustainment, RF communications, and navigation system lifecycle support.