Roderic S. Cockhern

Roderic S. Cockhern serves as a key procurement lead within the FA3030 17 Cons Cc unit of the Department of the Air Force, responsible for managing facility sustainment and infrastructure modernization contracts critical to operational readiness. His portfolio centers on maintenance, repair, and upgrade services for mission-critical building systems—including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing infrastructure—ensuring installations remain functional, safe, and compliant with Air Force standards. He oversees the full lifecycle of service-based acquisitions, from requirement development through contract award and performance monitoring, with a strong emphasis on mission-critical facility resilience and long-term asset sustainability. Cockhern maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of specialized contractors, including MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, IMPERIAL ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING, LLC, DUNCAN MECHANICAL SERVICE, INC, and ACTION CONSTRUCTION AUSTIN LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for experienced, niche specialty trade firms capable of delivering complex, on-site technical services under tight operational timelines. His contracting approach emphasizes reliability, compliance with military facility standards, and the ability to execute rapid-response repairs without disrupting base operations. A strong advocate for small business participation, Cockhern consistently prioritizes Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with approximately 80% of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to cultivate a resilient, locally responsive vendor base capable of meeting the dynamic needs of Air Force installations. His contracting patterns show minimal use of full and open competition, underscoring a robust commitment to socioeconomic programs that enhance diversity and capacity within the defense support sector. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 238990 (All Other Specialty Trade Contractors), with significant activity in glass and glazing (238150) and building equipment installation (238290). While the inclusion of NAICS 711130 is atypical, it may reflect niche cultural or morale-support services tied to installation quality-of-life initiatives. Cockhern’s expertise lies in procuring highly specialized, non-standardized facility services that require technical precision and coordination with installation engineers and maintenance teams.