Richard Baker

Richard Baker supports the NASA Kennedy Space Center’s mission by managing critical procurement activities that enable the sustainment and modernization of launch infrastructure and mission-critical systems. Though his formal title is not listed, his procurement actions reflect the role of a senior contracting professional responsible for technical services and construction-related acquisitions. He handles complex, mission-aligned contracts spanning professional engineering services, electrical systems integration, and environmental control infrastructure—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing NASA’s goals for next-generation launch capabilities and operational safety. Baker maintains consistent working relationships with specialized contractors including NUMUNU MARTINEZ JV, LLC and CINKA CONSTRUCTION & CONSULTING SERVICES LLC, both of which provide niche expertise in mission-critical construction and technical consulting. His contracting patterns suggest a preference for joint ventures and small business partners capable of delivering integrated solutions under tight operational timelines, often in high-safety, high-reliability environments. These partnerships are strategically cultivated to ensure responsiveness, technical agility, and on-site execution at the spaceport. His procurement strategy demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic diversity, with half of his awards structured as 8(a) competed set-asides and the other half under the broader Small Business Set-Aside program (FAR 19.5). This balanced approach ensures equitable access for disadvantaged and small businesses while maintaining competitive rigor. His consistent use of these mechanisms reflects a deliberate alignment with federal mandates to foster innovation through diverse vendor participation. Baker’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), where he acquires engineering, systems integration, and mission support services. He also frequently procures specialized construction services under NAICS 238210 (Electrical Contractors) and 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), underscoring his technical domain expertise in mission-critical facility systems. His work directly supports the operation and modernization of launch pads, clean rooms, and environmental control infrastructure essential to NASA’s spaceflight readiness.