Gage Garfin

SrA Gage Garfin supports the FA8056 771 ESS EGA CECC in executing specialized procurement operations for the Department of the Air Force, focusing on the acquisition of durable, field-deployable agricultural and material handling equipment critical to expeditionary and remote infrastructure sustainment. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of contracts for mission-critical machinery, Garfin ensures compliance with technical specifications for ruggedized equipment such as flex-wing mowers, boom systems, and industrial conveying solutions that support operational readiness in austere environments. Their role bridges technical requirements with acquisition execution, ensuring timely delivery of equipment that meets stringent DoD durability and logistics standards. Garfin cultivates partnerships with a diverse range of vendors, primarily small businesses and specialty manufacturers capable of delivering custom or modified equipment for military-specific applications. While no single contractor dominates the portfolio, working relationships are characterized by consistent engagement with niche suppliers who specialize in ruggedized agricultural machinery, material handling systems, and industrial fan and blower technologies. These partnerships are often developed through proactive market research and pre-solicitation outreach to ensure technical feasibility and supply chain resilience. Garfin demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with over 80% of acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5, including a notable emphasis on Women-Owned Small Businesses. This pattern reflects a deliberate strategy to expand vendor diversity and foster innovation through small business participation, aligning with DoD directives to increase contracting opportunities for underserved sectors while maintaining mission-critical performance standards. The agency’s procurement focus centers on NAICS 337214 and 423820, reflecting expertise in acquiring specialized office and agricultural equipment, alongside 333922 for conveyor systems and 333413 for industrial air handling units. Garfin’s technical domain expertise lies in evaluating equipment for field-deployable reliability, corrosion resistance, and modular integration—ensuring that procured assets support sustained operations in forward-deployed and non-traditional logistics environments.