SSgt Benedick Duria

Benedick Duria serves as a Contract Specialist for the 4th Combat Communications Squadron (FA4809), a critical unit within the Department of the Air Force responsible for securing and sustaining mission-critical communications infrastructure for air operations. In this role, he manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions for advanced radio systems, aircraft subsystems, and specialized cybersecurity services, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and operational readiness requirements. His expertise lies in procuring complex technical solutions that support resilient command, control, and communications capabilities under austere conditions, often coordinating with engineering and operational teams to align procurement strategy with mission needs. Duria maintains consistent relationships with key contractors including Solomon Engineering, Inc., Branscome Operating, LLC, Western Metal Supply Company, Inc., X Cell Management Inc., and Textron Systems Corporation. These partnerships reflect a mix of niche technical providers and established defense suppliers, with a focus on firms capable of delivering customized communications hardware, maintenance services, and specialized industrial components. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and long-term vendor reliability, fostering collaborative engagements that prioritize technical precision and rapid deployment. A strong advocate for small business participation, Duria consistently prioritizes Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with over 82% of his awards directed toward small businesses. He actively supports socioeconomic programs, including Women-Owned Small Businesses, and demonstrates a deliberate strategy to broaden the vendor base while maintaining mission-critical standards. His procurement patterns reflect a commitment to equitable access and capacity building within the defense industrial base. His primary NAICS focus areas include recyclable material wholesale, professional training services, and commercial/industrial machinery repair—underscoring his involvement in sourcing specialized components, logistics support, and workforce development for field-deployable systems. Duria’s expertise spans the procurement of communications equipment, environmental control units, and technical training services critical to sustaining expeditionary combat communications.