Nicole Esser

Nicole Esser serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4897 366 Cons Pkp unit of the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain air base infrastructure and operational readiness. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts for advanced communications systems, facility construction, and maintenance services essential to secure and resilient airfield operations. Her work directly supports the agency’s strategic priorities in modernizing tactical radio networks, upgrading facility systems, and ensuring uninterrupted mission support through compliant, timely procurement actions. Esser specializes in complex construction and technical services contracts requiring rigorous compliance with FAR and DFARS regulations. She maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including TCG Construction Inc., LDIA Holdings, LLC, C-2 Construction Inc., Asphalt Preservation, LLC, and AES Systems Inc., reflecting a pattern of engagement with experienced, specialized vendors in facility construction, infrastructure preservation, and communications system integration. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and contractor accountability, fostering long-term partnerships with firms capable of delivering high-integrity work under demanding operational conditions. Esser demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 74.1% of her awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize opportunities for small businesses across multiple socioeconomic categories, aligning with Department of the Air Force goals to broaden vendor diversity and enhance competition. Her procurement patterns consistently prioritize small business eligibility, ensuring equitable access to federal contracting opportunities while maintaining mission-critical standards. Her primary NAICS focus areas include fabricated structural metal manufacturing, showcase and locker manufacturing, and other personal and household goods repair and maintenance, indicating a niche expertise in specialized building components and facility-related maintenance services. She procures custom metal fabrications, shelving systems, and infrastructure repair solutions critical to base sustainment, demonstrating technical fluency in construction materials and facility systems procurement.