Nicky K Bickler

Nicky K. Bickler serves as a Contract Administrator within the FA4528 5 Cons unit of the Department of the Air Force, responsible for managing the full lifecycle of facility-related acquisitions to support infrastructure sustainment and modernization. Her work directly advances the agency’s mission to maintain and upgrade critical Air Force installations through the procurement of building systems integration services, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and roofing systems, as well as structural construction for commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities. She ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while coordinating with project engineers and program managers to align contract deliverables with operational readiness goals. Bickler maintains a consistent working relationship with MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, a primary contractor delivering site development and construction services across multiple installations. Her procurement approach emphasizes collaborative vendor engagement, fostering long-term partnerships with firms capable of delivering complex, multi-trade construction and maintenance solutions under tight operational timelines. She actively manages contract performance, change orders, and compliance reporting to ensure quality and timeliness in facility support missions. Her contracting patterns reflect a strong commitment to small business participation, with over 57% of awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Additional awards are allocated to HUBZone and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business concerns, demonstrating a deliberate effort to promote equitable access to federal opportunities. She consistently prioritizes socioeconomic goals while maintaining rigorous performance standards. Bickler’s primary procurement focus centers on NAICS codes related to facility maintenance and support services, including 811219 (Other Building Equipment Contractors) and 811192 (Car Washes), alongside niche categories such as 532120 and 485410 that support auxiliary installation operations. Her technical expertise lies in integrated building systems, preventive maintenance contracts, and facility services that ensure mission-critical infrastructure remains fully operational and compliant with Air Force standards.