Richard D. Priest

Richard D. Priest serves as a Contract Specialist with the FA4686 9 Cons Pk under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain base infrastructure and operational readiness. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts spanning facility maintenance, construction support, and technical services essential to Air Force installation resilience. His work ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurement activities with strategic priorities in environmental compliance, preventive maintenance, and facility modernization. Priest typically handles both competitive and sole-source acquisitions under FAR Part 13 and Part 36, focusing on service-based contracts that support long-term infrastructure sustainability. Priest maintains consistent working relationships with RESTORED CLOUD INC, a key contractor providing specialized technical and operational support services. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven capabilities in facility systems and mission-enabling technologies, while actively engaging a broad base of small business partners. He fosters collaborative, performance-driven vendor relationships characterized by clear deliverables, rigorous oversight, and adherence to quality standards under performance-based service contracts. A strong advocate for socioeconomic contracting, Priest consistently prioritizes small business participation, with over 58% of his awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. He also regularly utilizes Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and 8(a) set-asides, reflecting a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for disadvantaged and veteran-owned firms. His procurement strategy aligns with Department of Defense goals to enhance diversity in the supplier base while maintaining mission effectiveness. His primary NAICS focus areas include 611512 (Flight Training), 238330 (Flooring Contractors), and 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services), indicating expertise in procuring specialized training, facility upgrades, and technical testing services. He frequently sources equipment and services related to facility infrastructure, environmental compliance systems, and mission-support technologies, demonstrating deep familiarity with the technical demands of Air Force base operations and the regulatory frameworks governing their acquisition.