Susan N Bailey

Susan N. Bailey serves as a Contract Specialist with the 436th Contracting Squadron under the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain air base infrastructure and operational readiness. She manages a diverse portfolio of contracts for specialized maintenance, facility upgrades, and technical equipment procurement, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and alignment with Air Force installation resilience goals. Her work directly supports the functionality of aircraft support systems, hangar infrastructure, and security environments through timely and compliant contracting actions. Bailey maintains a consistent working relationship with OSTRUM PAINTING & SANDBLASTING, INC, a key vendor delivering specialized surface preparation and coating services essential to facility preservation. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established, technically proficient small businesses with proven capabilities in industrial maintenance and infrastructure support, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance reliability and regulatory adherence. Her procurement strategy demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic programs, with over 60% of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. She regularly utilizes HUBZone and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, reflecting a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for underserved entrepreneurs while maintaining high standards of contract performance and accountability. Bailey’s technical focus centers on five primary NAICS categories: 332919 (metal valve and pipe fitting manufacturing), 333923 (overhead crane and monorail systems), 334220 (radio and wireless communications equipment), 334510 (electromedical apparatus), and 337214 (non-wood office furniture). These reflect her expertise in procuring specialized industrial, communications, and facility-related equipment critical to sustaining air base operations, requiring deep understanding of technical specifications, testing protocols, and installation requirements in high-reliability environments.