Mary R Putnam

Mary R. Putnam serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4419 agency of the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing procurement actions that sustain critical air base infrastructure and aerospace maintenance systems. Her responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of contracts for mission-critical support services, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and aligning acquisitions with the agency’s strategic priorities in operational readiness and infrastructure modernization. She routinely handles complex service-based procurements requiring technical evaluation, source selection, and post-award administration, with a focus on ensuring timely delivery of essential capabilities that directly support Air Force readiness. Putnam maintains a consistent working relationship with Coordinated Defense Supply Systems, Inc., a key vendor providing specialized logistical and maintenance support services. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established contractors with proven experience in defense infrastructure and base operations, while actively fostering partnerships with small, responsive vendors capable of delivering agile, mission-tailored solutions. Her approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and clear deliverables aligned with Air Force operational requirements. A strong advocate for socioeconomic contracting, Putnam prioritizes small business participation, with 72.7% of her awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, and an additional 18.2% designated for HUBZone firms. This reflects a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for underserved businesses while maintaining a competitive, high-performing vendor base. Her contracting patterns demonstrate a consistent alignment with federal small business goals and a commitment to inclusive economic growth within the defense supply chain. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS categories including 561730 (Landscaping Services), 493110 (General Warehousing and Storage), and 423810 (Construction and Mining Machinery Wholesalers), indicating a specialization in base utility support, facility maintenance, and logistics enablers. She procures services and equipment critical to sustaining airfield operations, environmental compliance, and maintenance logistics, demonstrating deep domain expertise in the intersection of civil engineering, facility management, and defense infrastructure support.