Shaun M. Bright

Shaun M. Bright serves as a Contracting Specialist within the FA7000 10 Cons Lgc under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in acquiring precision instrumentation, laboratory equipment, and specialized technical systems critical to aerospace research and cadet training at the U.S. Air Force Academy. His procurement activities directly support the agency’s mission to sustain cutting-edge analytical capabilities and modernize training infrastructure. Bright routinely manages complex acquisitions under FAR Part 15, focusing on high-accuracy measuring devices, scientific instrumentation, and advanced technical systems requiring rigorous performance specifications and technical evaluation. He maintains established working relationships with key vendors including SAWASAWA LLC, LAVISION, INC., TEAL DRONES INC., BERNARD CAP, LLC, and BRANSCOME OPERATING, LLC, all of which provide specialized hardware and engineered solutions for laboratory and field-based aerospace applications. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for proven suppliers with demonstrated technical expertise in analytical instrumentation and precision manufacturing, often leveraging competitive sealed bidding and negotiated procurements to ensure technical compliance and operational readiness. While the majority of his acquisitions are unrestricted (67%), Bright consistently prioritizes small business participation, with nearly 30% of awards set aside for total small businesses under FAR 19.5. He also supports niche socioeconomic categories, including Women-Owned, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, and HUBZone small businesses, reflecting a balanced commitment to diversity and capability development across the supplier base. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), with significant activity in 334519 (Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing) and 339920 (Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing), indicating expertise in acquiring scientific sensors, data acquisition systems, and training simulators. His technical domain expertise centers on aerospace-grade instrumentation, calibration systems, and laboratory-grade equipment essential to research and operational training environments.