Robert E. Powell

Robert E. Powell serves as a Contract Administrator within the FA4661 7 Cons Cd unit of the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing facility sustainment and mission-enabling acquisitions. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts for infrastructure modernization, including HVAC, electrical, utility, and airfield systems critical to garrison and expeditionary readiness. His work ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurement activities with the agency’s mission to maintain operational resilience across diverse operational environments. Powell typically handles service-based and construction-related acquisitions under fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contract types, emphasizing performance-based outcomes and lifecycle cost efficiency. While specific contractor names are not available, Powell maintains a broad network of vendors specializing in specialty trade services, including electrical, plumbing, painting, and water/sewer infrastructure construction. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established small business partners and experienced general contractors capable of delivering complex, multi-trade facility upgrades under tight operational timelines. He engages with vendors through competitive sealed bidding and negotiated procurements, fostering long-term relationships with firms that demonstrate technical proficiency, safety compliance, and timely delivery in austere environments. Powell demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with over 56% of his awards directed toward small business set-asides. His portfolio prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides (FAR 19.5) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, reflecting a deliberate strategy to empower veteran-owned enterprises. He also incorporates HUBZone and general small business participation, consistently aligning acquisitions with Department of Defense and federal small business goals. His primary NAICS focus centers on specialty trade contracting, particularly in commercial building construction, painting and wall covering, and water and sewer infrastructure. He procures services tied to facility maintenance, retrofitting, and utility system upgrades, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with building systems, code compliance, and installation standards for military installations. His expertise ensures that acquisitions meet rigorous Air Force engineering and environmental requirements.