Matthew W Keith

Matthew W. Keith serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4814 6 Cons Pk unit of the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain operational readiness across deployed and garrisoned locations. His responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of contract actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and administration—focusing on IT infrastructure, communications systems, logistical support, and facility services essential to Air Force mission continuity. Keith’s portfolio is strategically aligned with the agency’s priorities in secure communications, personnel training, and base sustainment, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while enabling timely delivery of capabilities to warfighters. Keith maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of contractors, including SupplyCore LLC, CyberProTex, LLC, and Liberty Communications, Inc., who provide specialized IT hardware, cybersecurity solutions, and communications services. His procurement approach emphasizes reliability, technical compliance, and performance-based outcomes, fostering long-term vendor partnerships that support sustained operational needs. He frequently engages with firms capable of rapid deployment, secure logistics, and mission-critical system integration, ensuring contractors meet stringent DoD standards for data integrity and supply chain security. A strong advocate for socioeconomic contracting, Keith consistently prioritizes small business participation, with over two-thirds of his awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. He also actively utilizes Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, reflecting a deliberate commitment to veteran-owned enterprise development. His contracting patterns demonstrate a structured preference for small business vendors capable of delivering agile, mission-aligned solutions without compromising compliance or performance. His primary NAICS focus areas include Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers (423430) and Electronic Connector Manufacturing (334417), underscoring his technical expertise in procuring secure IT hardware, networking components, and mission-critical electronics. He also manages support services under 561990 and courier services under 492110, ensuring seamless logistics for field operations and facility sustainment across diverse operational environments.