Michael D Wenrick

Michael D. Wenrick serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4417 1 Socons under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain and modernize airpower capabilities. His portfolio centers on the procurement of advanced radio and wireless communications equipment, aeronautical navigation systems, and integrated base defense technologies essential to operational resilience. Wenrick manages full lifecycle contracting actions—from solicitation through award and administration—ensuring compliance with FAR and DOD acquisition regulations while aligning purchases with strategic air operations priorities. He maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including AANTILIA LLC, MARRERO, COUVILLON & ASSOCIATES, L.L.C., MATTHES PARKER LLC, L1 ENTERPRISES INCORPORATED, and WALCO ENTERPRISES INC., who provide specialized engineering, technical support, and mission-enabling systems. Wenrick’s procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and vendor accountability, fostering long-term partnerships with firms that demonstrate technical proficiency in defense communications and infrastructure modernization. His contracting patterns reflect a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 46% of awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, and a modest but deliberate allocation to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and 8(a) small businesses. While the majority of acquisitions remain open to all competitors, Wenrick strategically leverages socioeconomic programs to expand the supplier base and enhance competition among qualified small firms. His primary technical focus lies in NAICS 334220 for radio and wireless communications equipment manufacturing, complemented by procurement activity in electronic computer manufacturing and related technical services. Wenrick’s expertise spans the acquisition of secure communication hardware, navigation avionics, and field-deployable defense systems, positioning him as a key enabler of Air Force readiness through disciplined, technically informed contracting.