Matthew P Walton

Matthew P. Walton serves as a Contracting Specialist within the Department of the Air Force at FA2860 316 Cons Pk, where he manages acquisitions critical to sustaining operational readiness at Joint Base Andrews. His responsibilities include executing full lifecycle procurement for security systems, communications infrastructure, and facility maintenance services that directly support command, control, and communications (C3) capabilities essential to air operations. He specializes in complex, technical solicitations requiring compliance with federal acquisition regulations, particularly in integrated security and broadcast equipment procurement, ensuring alignment with mission-critical air force requirements. Walton maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including ZERO WASTE SOLUTIONS, INC, SENECA MINERAL COMPANY, and PELICAN CHEMICALS INC., reflecting a focus on specialized environmental, industrial, and chemical support services. His contracting approach emphasizes vendor reliability, regulatory compliance, and performance-based outcomes, fostering long-term partnerships with firms capable of delivering niche technical solutions under stringent security and safety protocols. These relationships are cultivated through transparent solicitation processes and rigorous post-award oversight. A strong advocate for socioeconomic contracting, Walton consistently prioritizes small business participation, with 78.8% of his awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He actively supports Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and HUBZone firms, each accounting for 9.1% of his set-asides, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to equitable access and community-based economic development within federal procurement. His procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 611710 (Educational Support Services), 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting Equipment Manufacturing), and 511210 (Software Publishers), reflecting expertise in audiovisual systems, wireless communications hardware, and technical training support. He routinely procures integrated security systems, radio broadcasting equipment, and electrical installation services, demonstrating deep familiarity with defense-grade communications infrastructure and facility modernization requirements.