Steven L. Barva

Steven L. Barva serves as a key procurement lead within the Headquarters of Air Combat Command’s Acquisition Management Integration Center (FA4890), supporting the Department of the Air Force’s mission to sustain and modernize air dominance capabilities. He manages complex acquisition programs centered on advanced training systems, command and control infrastructure, and mission-critical technical services that enhance pilot readiness, surveillance effectiveness, and tactical communications. His portfolio focuses on high-impact, technology-driven contracts aligned with combat-ready force development, ensuring timely delivery of integrated solutions that meet evolving operational requirements. Barva maintains strong working relationships with primary contractors including VETPRIDE-EMI Maintenance Solutions, LLC, MILTRAIN JV II LLC, and JBW FEDITC JV LLC, all of which provide specialized training systems, maintenance support, and integrated defense services. These partnerships reflect a preference for joint venture structures and experienced defense contractors capable of delivering scalable, secure, and mission-tailored solutions. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, long-term sustainment, and technical interoperability across air combat platforms. While the majority of his acquisitions are unrestricted, Barva consistently allocates approximately 10% of his portfolio to socioeconomic set-asides, with equal emphasis on Total Small Business Set-Asides (FAR 19.5) and HUBZone contracts. This reflects a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for small, disadvantaged firms while maintaining mission-critical performance standards. His procurement strategy balances competitive efficiency with intentional socioeconomic inclusion. Barva’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 511210 (Software Publishers), reflecting heavy investment in mission-critical software systems for training simulation and tactical data management. He also frequently procures telecommunications equipment (NAICS 334210) and specialized engineering and computer systems design services (NAICS 541330 and 541512), demonstrating deep expertise in avionics integration, digital command ecosystems, and secure communications infrastructure essential to air combat operations.