Phillip Lee

Phillip Lee serves as a Contracting Specialist within the FA4419 agency of the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain and modernize air base infrastructure, aircraft maintenance systems, and logistical support capabilities. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts under FAR Part 15, focusing on complex procurement actions that ensure operational readiness through reliable maintenance, repair, and utility modernization. His work spans the full acquisition lifecycle—from market research and solicitation development to award and contract administration—ensuring compliance with DoD regulations and strategic readiness goals. Lee maintains a consistent working relationship with Coordinated Defense Supply Systems, Inc., a key vendor providing industrial machinery, communications equipment, and specialized maintenance components. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established contractors with proven technical capabilities in aerospace support systems, while actively fostering long-term partnerships with firms capable of delivering mission-essential hardware and integrated solutions under tight operational timelines. A strong advocate for small business participation, Lee consistently structures procurements to maximize socioeconomic opportunities, with over half of his awards set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5. His contracting approach prioritizes total small business set-asides, reflecting a deliberate strategy to broaden the industrial base and enhance competition among qualified small entities, particularly in technical and logistics support sectors. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 423830 (industrial machinery and equipment wholesale), 334290 and 334220 (communications and broadcasting equipment manufacturing), 237130 (power and communication line construction), and 336310 (motor vehicle engine parts). These reflect deep expertise in procuring mission-critical aerospace support systems, including avionics, base utilities, and embedded communication infrastructure essential to Air Force operational resilience.