Richard L. Morris

Richard L. Morris serves as a Contracting Officer within the FA4855 27 Socons Lgc, a critical component of the Department of the Air Force responsible for sustaining air base operational readiness. He manages a diverse portfolio of construction and infrastructure contracts focused on mission-critical facility systems, including power and communication line installations, HVAC, plumbing, and related building equipment. His acquisitions directly support the resilience and modernization of Air Force installations, ensuring compliance with federal construction standards and defense-specific operational requirements. Morris plays a pivotal role in executing the agency’s strategic infrastructure goals through full and open competition and targeted set-asides. Morris maintains a consistent working relationship with ALTUS TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC, a primary contractor for complex facility systems and infrastructure upgrades. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical proficiency, performance reliability, and adherence to defense-grade specifications. He regularly engages contractors with demonstrated expertise in military-grade construction, secure communications integration, and facility maintenance services, fostering collaborative relationships that prioritize mission continuity and lifecycle support. His contracting patterns reflect a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with half of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, enabling opportunities for small businesses to compete for mission-critical work. The remaining half are awarded through full and open competition, ensuring market-wide access while maintaining competitive rigor. This dual approach underscores his dedication to expanding small business participation without compromising operational needs. Morris specializes in NAICS codes 237130 (Power and Communication Line Construction) and 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), with significant activity in 238290 (Other Building Equipment Contractors). His technical domain expertise centers on energy-efficient building systems, utility infrastructure upgrades, and integrated facility services essential to sustaining Air Force base operations. He consistently procures services involving wastewater systems, HVAC retrofits, and mission-critical electrical and communications infrastructure, ensuring installations meet both environmental and operational readiness standards.