Steven R Stockman

Steven A. Stockman serves as a Contracting Specialist within the FA4887 56th Contracting Squadron of the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain Air Force infrastructure and operational readiness. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on industrial maintenance, aviation component manufacturing, and facility support services, ensuring the reliability of airfields, hangars, and specialized equipment systems. His acquisitions are primarily performance-based, leveraging firm-fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contract types to meet stringent technical and timeline requirements for mission-essential assets. Stockman maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including Arkose Group LLC, Silver National Corp., Blazing Aviation LLC, and Mach 2 Productions Inc., all of which provide specialized engineering, maintenance, and testing services aligned with Air Force operational needs. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, technical compliance, and performance accountability, fostering partnerships with firms that demonstrate proven expertise in aviation systems and industrial support. A dedicated advocate for socioeconomic contracting, Stockman consistently prioritizes small business participation, with 50% of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides and an equal portion designated as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides. This reflects a strategic commitment to expanding opportunities for qualified veteran-owned and small businesses while ensuring competitive, innovative solutions. His technical focus centers on NAICS 336999 (All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing) and 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services), reflecting his specialization in procuring custom aviation components, non-standard flight system parts, and third-party testing and certification services. Stockman’s expertise lies in bridging complex engineering requirements with compliant, efficient acquisition strategies to support the Air Force’s sustainment mission.