Michele A Lodge

Michele A. Lodge serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4861 99 Cons Lgc under the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical procurement actions that sustain airpower readiness. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle management of construction and infrastructure contracts, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning acquisitions with strategic objectives in communications, surveillance, and command-and-control systems. She routinely handles complex, multi-disciplinary contracts for facility construction, utility infrastructure, and specialized electrical and mechanical installations supporting expeditionary and garrisoned Air Force operations. Michele collaborates with a diverse pool of contractors specializing in commercial and institutional construction, site preparation, and utility systems integration. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, her working relationships are characterized by consistent engagement with firms possessing proven expertise in defense-grade construction standards, including those certified under small business programs. She fosters transparent, performance-driven partnerships that emphasize quality control, schedule adherence, and compliance with military construction codes and security requirements. Her procurement strategy reflects a strong commitment to socioeconomic inclusion, with a pronounced preference for HUBZone-set-aside contracts at 33.3%, followed by Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides at 22.2%. This pattern demonstrates a deliberate effort to channel opportunities toward geographically disadvantaged and veteran-owned enterprises, reinforcing the Air Force’s mandate to promote equitable access to federal contracting while enhancing local economic resilience. Michele’s primary technical focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), with significant activity in water and sewer infrastructure (237110) and electrical and HVAC systems (238210, 238220). She specializes in procuring turnkey construction services for mission-essential facilities, including secure communications hubs and utility-supported operational sites, requiring deep familiarity with DoD construction specifications, environmental compliance, and integrated facility engineering standards.