Paul A. Schiele

Paul A. Schiele serves as a key procurement professional within the Department of the Air Force’s FA7014 office, supporting the sustainment and modernization of mission-critical Air Force systems through expert acquisition of technical and administrative services. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts centered on systems engineering and technical assistance (SETA), enterprise IT modernization, cybersecurity infrastructure, and mission analytics. His role ensures alignment between operational needs and contract execution, facilitating the acquisition of high-integrity solutions that enhance Air Force readiness and digital resilience across the enterprise. Schiele maintains strong working relationships with principal contractors including SIGMATECH, INC. and Purdue University, reflecting a balanced approach between industry partners and academic research institutions. His procurement strategy leverages long-term, performance-based contracts with firms capable of delivering specialized technical services, particularly in custom software development, systems integration, and advanced analytics. These partnerships are characterized by sustained engagement, technical collaboration, and a focus on innovation-driven outcomes aligned with Air Force modernization priorities. His contracting patterns demonstrate a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic diversity, with nearly half of awards issued under open competition and the remainder strategically set aside for small businesses. He consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides (FAR 19.5), alongside significant allocations for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and HUBZone firms, reinforcing the agency’s mandate to foster inclusive economic opportunity while maintaining mission-critical capability. Schiele’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS categories including 541611 for administrative and management consulting, 541511 for custom computer programming, and 423430 for computer equipment and software wholesale distribution. He routinely acquires enterprise IT services, cybersecurity tools, communications infrastructure, and technical advisory support, demonstrating deep expertise in the domains of digital transformation, systems engineering, and mission-critical IT modernization within defense environments.