Matthew S Boals

Matthew S. Boals serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4897 366 Cons Pkp unit of the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain air base infrastructure and operational readiness. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts for advanced communications systems, facility construction, and specialized maintenance services, ensuring alignment with Air Force standards for resilience, security, and interoperability. His portfolio emphasizes technical procurement in broadcasting, wireless equipment, and facility support services critical to tactical communications and base sustainment. Boals maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including TCG Construction Inc., LDIA Holdings, LLC, C-2 Construction Inc., Asphalt Preservation, LLC, and AES Systems Inc., reflecting a pattern of engagement with specialized firms capable of delivering complex construction, communications, and infrastructure maintenance solutions. His procurement approach favors established vendors with proven expertise in military-grade systems and compliance with DoD facility standards, fostering reliable, repeat partnerships built on technical capability and performance reliability. His contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach to socioeconomic goals, with nearly half of his awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a strong commitment to small business participation. While no set-aside remains the most frequent category, his consistent use of small business set-asides signals active support for small, qualified contractors capable of meeting the technical demands of Air Force infrastructure projects. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 334220 for radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipment manufacturing, underscoring deep technical expertise in tactical comms systems. He also regularly procures related electronic components and building support services under NAICS 423690 and 561790, reflecting a specialized domain knowledge in military communications infrastructure and facility sustainment operations.