Sharnte K. Crown

Sharnte K. Crown serves as a Contract Specialist within the Department of the Air Force at FA2860 316 Cons Pk, supporting the sustainment of critical infrastructure and operational readiness at Joint Base Andrews. In this role, she manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions for security systems, communications hardware, and facility maintenance services essential to command, control, and communications (C3) missions. Her acquisitions span solicitation, evaluation, negotiation, and contract administration, ensuring compliance with FAR and DoD regulatory frameworks while aligning with the agency’s mission to maintain air operations readiness. She routinely handles complex service and equipment contracts requiring technical evaluation and performance-based specifications. Crown maintains established relationships with key contractors including ZERO WASTE SOLUTIONS, INC, SENECA MINERAL COMPANY, and PELICAN CHEMICALS INC., reflecting a pattern of engagement with specialized vendors in environmental services, hazardous material handling, and industrial chemical supply. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance outcomes, vendor reliability, and regulatory compliance, particularly in areas involving environmental stewardship and facility operational continuity. She fosters long-term vendor partnerships grounded in transparency and consistent performance metrics, ensuring mission-critical services remain uninterrupted. Her procurement strategy demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic programs, with HUBZone and Total Small Business Set-Asides each accounting for one-third of her awards, underscoring a deliberate focus on empowering small, disadvantaged businesses. She actively leverages 8(a) competed contracts to expand opportunities for certified small businesses, balancing competition with targeted outreach to meet statutory goals while maintaining fiscal accountability and mission effectiveness. Crown’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 562111 (Solid Waste Collection), reflecting the agency’s emphasis on environmental compliance and base sustainability. She also procures specialized equipment under NAICS 334517 (Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing) and 336112 (Aircraft Manufacturing), indicating technical expertise in radiation safety systems and aerospace support infrastructure. Her domain knowledge spans facility maintenance, hazardous material logistics, and integrated security systems, positioning her as a key liaison between operational needs and contractor execution.