Matthew L. Johnson

SrA Matt Johnson serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA9401 377 Msg Pk under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions for advanced aerospace and defense systems. He specializes in procuring instrumentation, secure communications infrastructure, electronic warfare support, and laboratory-grade analytical equipment essential to sustaining Air Force operational readiness. His portfolio encompasses complex technical requirements spanning sensor systems, field-deployable diagnostics, and mission-critical support services, requiring deep coordination with engineering and logistics stakeholders to ensure compliance with defense acquisition regulations and technical performance standards. Johnson maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including J STAR ENTERPRISES INC, LARON, LLC, FIVEBYFIVE, LLC, VISION DISTRIBUTORS LLC, and Boh Environmental, L.L.C. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in specialized equipment distribution, environmental compliance, and technical integration services. His contracting approach emphasizes reliability, technical responsiveness, and adherence to stringent military specifications, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in transparent communication and performance accountability. A strong advocate for small business participation, Johnson consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Aside contracts under FAR 19.5, with approximately 77.8% of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This pattern underscores a deliberate strategy to cultivate a diverse supplier base capable of delivering niche capabilities in high-demand technical domains, aligning with Air Force socioeconomic goals and enhancing innovation through competitive small business engagement. His procurement focus centers on NAICS categories including 237310 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction), 238290 (Other Building Equipment Contractors), 238210 (Electrical Contractors), 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), and 423490 (Other Professional Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers). These reflect a hybrid need for both physical infrastructure support and high-precision technical equipment, demonstrating expertise in bridging civil engineering requirements with advanced defense instrumentation procurement.