Rieko F. Candee

Rieko Ann Candee serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA6703 94th Contracting Flight at the Department of Defense, where she plays a pivotal role in securing critical infrastructure and facility support services essential to Air Force installation readiness. She manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions centered on construction, utilities, and facility modernization, ensuring compliance with environmental, safety, and energy resilience standards. Her work directly supports the sustainment and enhancement of airfield and base infrastructure through timely, compliant contracting actions aligned with FAR and DFARS requirements. Candee maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including K.C. Electrical Construction, Inc., McKenzie Construction & Site Development LLC, MSAB, LLC, Hollek Engineering LLC, and Federal Contracts LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for established vendors with proven capabilities in electrical systems, site development, industrial services, and specialized engineering support. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, clear statement of work development, and rigorous contract administration to ensure mission-critical deliverables are met on schedule and within regulatory frameworks. Her procurement strategy reflects a balanced commitment to small business participation, with approximately one-third of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of her acquisitions remain open to all competitors, she actively prioritizes opportunities for small businesses with relevant technical expertise, demonstrating a deliberate effort to broaden vendor diversity without compromising mission requirements. Candee’s primary industry focus lies in NAICS 334220 (radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipment manufacturing), 335999 (miscellaneous electrical equipment manufacturing), and 812332 (industrial launderers), indicating a unique blend of technical procurement in communications infrastructure, specialized electrical components, and facility support services. Her expertise spans both hard infrastructure and operational support systems, positioning her as a key enabler of base-wide operational continuity and modernization efforts.