Phillip C. Ofili

2nd Lt. Phil C. Ofili serves as a Contract Manager within the Department of the Air Force’s FA9401 377 MSG PK, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain and modernize aerospace and defense systems. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts for advanced instrumentation, secure communications infrastructure, and laboratory-grade analytical equipment, ensuring alignment with Air Force operational readiness goals. His portfolio emphasizes the procurement of sensor systems, electronic warfare components, and mission-support services critical to maintaining technological superiority in contested environments. Ofili maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including J STAR ENTERPRISES INC, LARON, LLC, FIVEBYFIVE, LLC, VISION DISTRIBUTORS LLC, and Boh Environmental, L.L.C. These partnerships reflect a preference for agile, technically proficient vendors capable of delivering specialized hardware, maintenance services, and integrated solutions for complex defense applications. His contracting approach prioritizes responsiveness, technical compliance, and performance-based outcomes, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in clear requirements and rigorous oversight. A strong advocate for small business participation, Ofili consistently structures acquisitions with Total Small Business Set-Asides at 50%, reflecting a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for small businesses in high-technology defense markets. He also utilizes HUBZone set-asides at 4.2%, demonstrating alignment with socioeconomic goals while ensuring access to qualified, geographically targeted vendors. His contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach—favoring small business participation without compromising mission-critical delivery timelines or technical standards. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 337215 (showcase and storage equipment manufacturing), 334516 (analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing), and 811310 (commercial machinery repair), underscoring expertise in precision equipment, calibration systems, and maintenance of mission-critical hardware. He routinely procures laboratory analyzers, ruggedized communications gear, and specialized test instrumentation, demonstrating deep familiarity with defense-grade technical specifications and compliance frameworks.