Richard Bush

Richard Keith Bush serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA3016 502 Contracting Clinic, part of the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain Air Force installation readiness. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts spanning facility maintenance, medical services, airfield infrastructure, and specialized communications systems, ensuring compliance with FAR and AFMC procurement policies. His work directly supports operational continuity by securing reliable, technologically advanced services that maintain safe and functional environments for personnel and equipment across critical Air Force bases. Bush maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including WILLIAM T BROOKS & ASSOCIATES INC, CITADEL FEDERAL SOLUTIONS LLC, NEXLEGACY LLC, PERRY MANAGEMENT CORP OF SOUTH DAKOTA, L.L.C., and AJ COMMERCIAL SERVICES, INC. These partnerships reflect a balanced approach between established service providers and agile small businesses, with an emphasis on performance-based contracting and long-term vendor reliability. His procurement patterns indicate a preference for vendors with proven track records in facility operations, security systems, and technical support services essential to Air Force mission sustainment. His contracting activity reflects a strong emphasis on small business participation, with 37.5% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, and a modest 2.5% allocated to Local Area Set-Asides under FAR 26.2. While the majority of acquisitions remain open to all competitors, his consistent use of small business set-asides demonstrates a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals and fostering competitive small business growth within the defense supply chain. Bush’s procurement focus centers on NAICS codes related to security systems services, flight training, carpet and rug manufacturing, air and gas compressor manufacturing, and miscellaneous fabricated metal products. These reflect a unique blend of facility maintenance, specialized equipment procurement, and training support services—indicating deep technical familiarity with installation sustainment, environmental compliance, and mission-critical infrastructure needs across Air Force bases.