Paul Bennett

Paul Bennett serves as a key procurement lead within the FA4460 19 Cons Pka unit of the Department of the Air Force, responsible for managing facility sustainment and infrastructure resilience contracts that support operational readiness at Air Force installations. His portfolio encompasses construction, maintenance, and utility system upgrades critical to base functionality, including airfield and roadway infrastructure, environmental systems, and support facilities. He executes acquisitions under the Federal Acquisition Regulation, ensuring compliance with mission-critical timelines and technical specifications while aligning procurement actions with the Air Force’s long-term installation modernization goals. Bennett maintains consistent working relationships with core contractors including DREW INVESTMENT GROUP, LLC and L1 ENTERPRISES INCORPORATED, both of which provide specialized construction, maintenance, and facility services. His contracting approach emphasizes reliable, performance-based partnerships with vendors capable of delivering complex, multi-year infrastructure projects under tight operational constraints. These relationships reflect a preference for contractors with proven experience in military installation environments and demonstrated capacity for rapid response and quality assurance. His procurement strategy prioritizes small business participation, with 65% of awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals. He routinely utilizes small business set-asides to engage qualified firms across multiple categories, fostering a diverse vendor base that enhances competition and innovation while meeting mission requirements. Bennett’s primary NAICS focus areas include 314110 (Carpet and Rug Mills) and 334310 (Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing), indicating procurement for interior finishes and communication systems in administrative and operational spaces. He also regularly acquires remediation services (562910) and air transportation support (488190), demonstrating technical expertise in environmental compliance and airfield logistics. His domain knowledge spans facility lifecycle management, utility system upgrades, and infrastructure modernization tailored to military operational needs.