Richard B. Coleman

Richard B. Coleman supports the operational readiness of critical Air Force missile field and launch facility infrastructure under the Department of the Air Force, managing procurement activities essential to sustaining nuclear deterrence capabilities. He oversees acquisitions for mission-critical construction, utilities, and communications systems at remote defense installations, ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations and mission-driven timelines. His portfolio centers on infrastructure resilience, including the modernization of launch control systems, power distribution networks, and secure environmental controls, requiring technical precision and strict adherence to defense security protocols. Coleman maintains consistent working relationships with specialized contractors including OLGOONIK SPECIALTY CONTRACTORS, LLC, AEROSPACE & COMMERCIAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC, and SAFEWARE INC, all of which deliver niche expertise in defense-grade construction, secure communications equipment, and facility sustainment services. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven experience in remote, high-security environments and the ability to meet stringent DoD compliance standards. His contracting approach emphasizes reliability, technical capability, and past performance in austere operational settings. His procurement strategy reflects a balanced commitment to small business participation, with nearly half of all awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While no specific socioeconomic set-asides dominate, the consistent use of small business set-asides signals a deliberate effort to foster competition and capability development among qualified small firms serving defense infrastructure needs. Coleman’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) and 238210 (Electrical Contractors), reflecting the agency’s reliance on skilled trades to maintain mission-critical environmental and power systems. Additional activity in 238290 (Other Building Equipment Contractors) and 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing) underscores his technical expertise in securing and modernizing command, control, and communication infrastructure vital to nuclear force readiness.