Tanner J. Meyer

A1C Tanner J. Meyer serves as a procurement specialist within the FA4690 28 Cons Pkc under the Department of the Air Force, supporting the operational sustainment of critical Air Force infrastructure. Responsible for managing acquisitions of specialized industrial and technical services, Meyer ensures the reliability of installation systems through the procurement of precision manufacturing, environmental control components, and mission-critical hardware. His portfolio centers on contracts requiring technical compliance with military standards, including industrial coating, measurement devices, and secure data storage systems. He plays a pivotal role in aligning acquisition strategy with the agency’s mandate to maintain installation readiness through timely, compliant, and efficient contracting. Meyer maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including Ostrom Painting & Sandblasting, Inc., for surface preparation and protective coating services, and Astronics Test Systems Inc., for advanced test and measurement equipment. These partnerships reflect a focus on vendors with proven expertise in aerospace-grade manufacturing and defense-compliant testing solutions. His contracting approach emphasizes vendor reliability, technical certification, and adherence to military specifications, fostering long-term collaboration with suppliers capable of meeting stringent operational requirements. Meyer’s acquisition strategy reflects a balanced commitment to socioeconomic programs, with approximately half of his procurements designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, while the remainder remain open to all competitors. This pattern demonstrates a deliberate effort to foster small business participation without compromising mission needs, consistently engaging qualified small businesses across multiple socioeconomic categories, including those certified under HUBZone and SDVOSB programs. His primary NAICS focus includes 337215 for custom shelving and locker systems, 334519 for precision control devices, 332812 for industrial metal coating and engraving, and 334112 for secure computer storage hardware. These categories underscore his technical expertise in procuring durable, high-integrity components essential to facility infrastructure and secure data handling within sensitive Air Force environments.