Michael Kymes

Michael Kymes serves as a key procurement lead within the Department of the Air Force’s FA5004 354 Cons Pk facility, responsible for managing acquisitions that sustain and modernize expeditionary airfield infrastructure and mission-critical support systems. His work ensures operational readiness through the procurement of industrial equipment, facility systems, and security-enabling technologies essential to remote and forward-deployed aerospace operations. He routinely handles complex contract actions under FAR Part 19, prioritizing rapid deployment solutions and preventive maintenance services to uphold infrastructure resilience across austere environments. Kymes maintains a consistent working relationship with COMBAT MEDICAL SYSTEMS LLC, a primary vendor providing specialized systems and technical support tailored to expeditionary conditions. His procurement approach emphasizes partnerships with contractors capable of delivering integrated, field-deployable solutions, particularly those with experience in rapid-response logistics and military-grade equipment integration. He favors vendors demonstrating agility, compliance with military specifications, and the ability to support just-in-time delivery models under dynamic operational demands. His contracting patterns reflect a strong commitment to small business participation, with over 60% of acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5. He actively promotes participation from service-disabled veteran-owned, women-owned, and 8(a) certified firms, aligning with DoD socioeconomic goals. This structured approach ensures broad vendor competition while fostering capability development among underrepresented small businesses in defense support sectors. Kymes specializes in procurements governed by NAICS codes 561621 (security systems services), 334210 and 334310 (telecommunications and audio-video equipment manufacturing), and 238910 (site preparation). His technical domain expertise centers on mission-enabling systems—including surveillance infrastructure, field communication arrays, and prefabricated structural components—designed for rapid installation and durability in high-threat, remote environments. His acquisitions directly support airfield sustainment, force protection, and expeditionary operational continuity.