Ryan Verespie A

Ryan A. Verespie serves as a Contracting Specialist for FA4855, the 27th Security Forces Contracting Squadron under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in securing mission-critical infrastructure and operational support services. He manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions ranging from facility modernization and secure communications systems to industrial equipment and technical support services, ensuring alignment with Air Force readiness objectives. His work directly supports the sustainment of air base operations through compliant, timely, and strategically aligned contracting actions that uphold federal acquisition regulations and national security requirements. Verespie maintains a consistent working relationship with ALTUS TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC, a trusted contractor providing specialized technical and logistical support for air base infrastructure. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance reliability and regulatory compliance, fostering collaboration with contractors capable of delivering complex, mission-sensitive solutions across diverse technical domains. He prioritizes contractors with proven experience in government-furnished environments and a demonstrated capacity to meet stringent security and operational standards. A strong advocate for socioeconomic contracting, Verespie consistently applies Total Small Business Set-Aside authorities under FAR 19.5, directing approximately 84.6% of his acquisitions to small businesses. His pattern reflects a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for small, disadvantaged, and service-disabled veteran-owned firms, aligning with Department of the Air Force mandates to enhance competition and innovation through broad-based small business participation. His procurement focus centers on NAICS categories including 333112 and 333924 for industrial and garden equipment, 423840 for industrial supply distribution, 541513 for computer facilities management, and 611691 for specialized training services. This diverse portfolio underscores his expertise in procuring both physical infrastructure components and technical support systems essential to sustaining air base operations, demonstrating a nuanced understanding of the intersection between logistics, facility management, and mission-critical service delivery.