Mary P Whitley

Mary P. Whitley serves as a Contracting Specialist within the FA3020 82 Cons Lgc unit of the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in securing critical infrastructure, facility support systems, and specialized equipment essential to air base operational readiness. She manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions—from market research and solicitation to award and contract administration—ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and alignment with the agency’s mission to sustain mission-critical environments. Her portfolio primarily includes facility furnishings, maintenance services, and integrated technical systems that support daily operations across Air Force installations. Whitley maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including VALIANT PRODUCTS CORPORATION and LOGISTICS365 INC, partnering with vendors that deliver durable, mission-sustaining goods and services. Her procurement approach emphasizes reliability, technical compatibility, and timely delivery, fostering long-term vendor collaborations grounded in performance accountability and regulatory adherence. These partnerships are typically formed through competitive solicitations that prioritize quality, compliance, and operational suitability. A strong advocate for small business participation, Whitley consistently structures procurements to maximize socioeconomic opportunities, with 83.9% of her awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Her contracting patterns reflect a deliberate emphasis on empowering small businesses, with minimal use of no-set-aside actions and only nominal allocation to 8(a) competed contracts, demonstrating a strategic commitment to broad-based small business inclusion. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Drycleaning and Laundry Services (812320), Computer and Peripheral Equipment Wholesalers (423430), and Aircraft Manufacturing (336411), indicating a technical specialization in facility support services, IT infrastructure procurement, and aviation-related equipment. Whitley’s expertise lies in acquiring specialized, non-commodity items that support the unique logistical and operational demands of Air Force installations, ensuring acquisitions meet stringent military standards for durability, safety, and interoperability.