Rusty L Charlton

Rusty L. Charlton serves as a Contract Administrator for the FA3099 47 Conf Cc under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical procurement actions that sustain airfield and facility infrastructure essential to operational readiness. He manages a diverse portfolio of construction, maintenance, and logistical support contracts, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning acquisitions with strategic priorities for base modernization and resilience. His work directly supports the integrity of aviation-capable installations through timely and compliant contracting for capital improvements and specialized services. Charlton maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including AR6 Construction & Engineering, LLC and Horsepower Geospatial LLC, partnering with firms capable of delivering complex engineering, geospatial analysis, and infrastructure support services. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and technical proficiency, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in reliability and mission alignment. These relationships reflect a preference for contractors with proven expertise in military installation environments and specialized technical capabilities. A strong advocate for small business participation, Charlton consistently structures acquisitions with a 66.7% small business set-aside rate under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals. His portfolio regularly prioritizes small, veteran-owned, and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, ensuring equitable access to Department of the Air Force opportunities while enhancing competition and innovation within the vendor base. His procurement focus centers on five primary NAICS categories: institutional furniture manufacturing, radio and telecommunications equipment manufacturing, commercial and industrial machinery repair, construction and mining equipment wholesaling, and motor and generator manufacturing. These reflect a technical domain expertise in facility systems, communications infrastructure, and maintenance support equipment critical to sustaining Air Force operational environments.