MEL ASTATIKE

Mel Astatike serves as a primary procurement contact within the Asc Commodities Division of the Department of Defense. In this role, they support the agency's mission to procure critical mechanical and electrical components necessary for the maintenance and operational readiness of military aviation systems. Their work focuses on the acquisition of high-reliability fasteners, bearings, wiring devices, and precision-engineered parts essential for aircraft structural integrity and electronic functionality. Regarding set-aside preferences, the procurement patterns for this office show a strong reliance on full and open competition, with the majority of awards categorized as No Set-Aside. However, there is a documented commitment to small business participation, with a portion of acquisitions designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides. The primary industry focus for this office is centered on aviation and aerospace manufacturing. Procurement activity is heavily concentrated in the manufacturing of other aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment, as well as general aircraft manufacturing. Additional technical expertise is demonstrated in the procurement of plate work, machine shop services, and miscellaneous fabricated metal products.