Ronette C McBean

Ronette C. McBean serves as a key procurement lead within the Department of the Air Force’s FA7014 office, responsible for managing complex acquisitions that support operational readiness and enterprise modernization. She oversees contracts for professional services, technical assistance, and mission-critical infrastructure support, with a focus on systems engineering, cybersecurity, and enterprise IT modernization. Her role is central to translating the Air Force’s strategic objectives into actionable contracting actions that ensure timely delivery of high-priority capabilities. McBean routinely handles performance-based, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) and other non-standard contract vehicles designed to meet dynamic operational demands. She maintains sustained relationships with SIGMATECH, INC. and PURDUE UNIVERSITY, leveraging their expertise in advanced technical support and applied research. Her contracting approach emphasizes long-term partnerships with organizations capable of delivering specialized SETA services, data analytics, and innovation-driven solutions. These collaborations reflect a preference for entities with proven experience in defense-related technical domains and a capacity for agile, mission-aligned execution under tight operational timelines. McBean demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 43% of her awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of her acquisitions are unrestricted, her consistent use of small business set-asides signals a deliberate strategy to foster competition and expand the defense industrial base. She actively seeks qualified small businesses capable of delivering high-value professional and technical services aligned with Air Force modernization goals. Her procurement focus centers on NAICS 335999 and 331511, indicating engagement with specialized electrical components and iron foundry products, alongside significant investment in professional training (NAICS 611430) and facility support services (NAICS 561740). This blend reflects a dual emphasis on both high-tech defense systems and essential administrative infrastructure, showcasing her ability to manage diverse technical and operational requirements across multiple domains.