Matthew Duane

Matthew Duane serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4427 60 Cons Lgc unit of the Department of the Air Force, where he manages the acquisition of mission-critical medical, technical, and demonstration equipment essential to air force training, medical support, and public engagement operations. His responsibilities include developing solicitation documents, conducting market research, evaluating proposals, and administering contracts for specialized electromedical instruments, surgical supplies, analytical laboratory systems, and demonstration hardware. Duane plays a pivotal role in ensuring operational readiness by aligning procurement strategies with Air Force readiness goals and regulatory compliance under the FAR and DFARS. Duane maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including CW3RET ENTERPRISE LLC and CALIFORNIA INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES RESOURCES, INC., both of which provide specialized medical instrumentation and technical support services. His procurement approach emphasizes vendor reliability, technical capability, and timely delivery, fostering long-term partnerships with vendors who demonstrate proven expertise in high-precision equipment and mission-specific solutions. He prioritizes contractors with established track records in supporting defense and aerospace medical environments. His contracting portfolio reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 61.5% of acquisitions conducted without set-asides, while 38.5% are structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This balance underscores a deliberate commitment to small business participation without compromising access to qualified, high-capability vendors. Duane actively encourages small business engagement while maintaining rigorous performance and technical standards. His primary NAICS focus areas include 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) and 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in procuring electromedical and surgical devices. He also frequently engages contractors in NAICS 811219 for specialized repair and maintenance services and 561730 for site-specific support related to demonstration events. Duane’s technical domain expertise centers on medical device lifecycle management, calibration compliance, and mission-critical equipment procurement for operational and public affairs environments.