Richard J. Buelow

Richard J. Buelow serves as a Contracting Specialist within the FA4803 20 Cons Lgca unit of the Department of the Air Force, responsible for managing the acquisition of construction, facility maintenance, and infrastructure modernization services critical to Air Force operational readiness. He oversees the full lifecycle of contract actions—from solicitation and evaluation to award and administration—focusing on commercial and institutional building projects, HVAC systems, roofing, plumbing, and related engineering services. His work directly supports the agency’s mission to sustain and enhance military installations through resilient, mission-critical infrastructure development. Buelow maintains consistent procurement relationships with Carolina Ground Service Equipment Inc., a key vendor providing specialized ground support equipment and related services. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established contractors with demonstrated technical proficiency in facility systems and construction support, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in performance reliability and compliance with federal standards. He actively collaborates with vendors capable of delivering complex, multi-disciplinary solutions under tight operational timelines. A strong advocate for small business participation, Buelow consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with approximately 63.6% of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses. His socioeconomic contracting strategy emphasizes inclusive competition, ensuring opportunities for small disadvantaged, service-disabled veteran-owned, and other certified small entities across a range of technical domains. His primary NAICS focus areas include Engineering Services (541330), Other Building Equipment Contractors (238290), and Other Activities Related to Real Estate (531390), reflecting his expertise in facility design, construction support, and infrastructure management. He also regularly procures specialized components from manufacturers in Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413) and Abrasive Product Manufacturing (327910), demonstrating a nuanced understanding of niche industrial supply chains essential to Air Force base operations.