Ricky D. Rudd

Ricky D. Rudd serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4460 19 Cons Pka unit of the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing facility sustainment acquisitions critical to operational readiness. He manages the full lifecycle of construction and infrastructure contracts, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while aligning with the agency’s mission to maintain airfield, roadway, and utility systems across Air Force installations. His portfolio primarily consists of commercial and institutional building construction projects, requiring precise oversight of design-build, performance-based, and fixed-price contract vehicles to deliver resilient, mission-critical environments for personnel and equipment. Rudd maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including DREW INVESTMENT GROUP, LLC and L1 ENTERPRISES INCORPORATED, both of which have demonstrated sustained performance in delivering facility construction and maintenance services under complex Air Force requirements. His procurement approach emphasizes reliability, technical compliance, and timely delivery, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in accountability and quality assurance. These contractors are frequently selected for their proven expertise in executing large-scale infrastructure projects under stringent military standards. His contracting patterns reflect a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs) accounting for half of his set-asides, mirroring the equal distribution of open competitions. This deliberate approach underscores his dedication to expanding opportunities for qualified veteran-owned firms while maintaining competitive rigor in sourcing high-quality construction services. Rudd’s procurement focus is exclusively centered on NAICS 236220, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, encompassing new builds, renovations, and infrastructure upgrades for military facilities. His technical expertise lies in managing projects involving structural, mechanical, and environmental systems essential to base operations, demonstrating deep familiarity with DoD construction standards, facility lifecycle management, and performance specifications for durable, mission-sustaining infrastructure.