SSgt Mikel Sessions

Mikel R. Sessions supports the procurement mission of the Department of the Air Force’s FA3300 42 Cons Cc, facilitating acquisitions critical to the operational readiness of Air University and its affiliated installations. While his formal title is not specified, his role centers on managing technical and educational infrastructure contracts, including immersive simulation systems, command-and-control audiovisual networks, and facility modernization projects. He ensures alignment with Air Force training modernization goals by overseeing complex procurements that bridge educational technology, engineering services, and mission-critical infrastructure upgrades, often coordinating across multiple stakeholders to meet stringent operational timelines. Contractor relationships are diverse, with no single vendor dominating the portfolio, indicating a deliberate strategy to foster competitive bidding and innovation. Sessions engages with a broad spectrum of vendors—from specialized defense contractors to niche technology integrators—emphasizing performance-based outcomes and compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation standards. His approach encourages vendor collaboration on system interoperability and lifecycle support, particularly for simulation and AV platforms requiring sustained technical maintenance and upgrades. His contracting patterns reflect a strong emphasis on small business participation, with over 30% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, and a modest but consistent allocation to women-owned small businesses. While the majority of procurements remain open to all competitors, his portfolio demonstrates a structured commitment to socioeconomic programs, ensuring equitable access for qualified small businesses in technical and service sectors. Industry focus is concentrated in niche manufacturing and specialized service categories, including basic inorganic chemical manufacturing, rubber product fabrication, metal container production, and ambulance services—all of which support unique logistical, safety, or facility-specific requirements at Air University installations. The prevalence of NAICS 519190 (other miscellaneous information services) suggests a growing reliance on data-driven educational platforms and digital learning infrastructure, underscoring his technical expertise in integrating emerging technologies into military training ecosystems.