Terry W. Hester

SSgt Terry W. Hester serves as a contracting specialist within the FA4625 509th Contracting Squadron under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a critical role in executing mission-enabling acquisitions to sustain Air Force infrastructure and operational readiness. His portfolio encompasses facility construction, site preparation, logistics support, and specialized technical services essential to maintaining secure and resilient base operations. Hester manages a diverse range of contract types, including firm-fixed-price and cost-reimbursement instruments, primarily focused on non-combat, base-sustainment requirements that support airpower continuity across installations. He maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors such as MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC for site development and infrastructure support, K & M TRANSPORTATION SERVICES LLC for logistics and transport services, N2GRATE GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, LLC for IT and systems integration, and AZTEK COMPUTERS, LLC for specialized electronic equipment. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven capabilities in base operations support, technical maintenance, and mission-critical supply chain services, often requiring compliance with military installation standards and environmental regulations. Hester demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with over 56% of his awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, alongside a notable 3.1% allocation to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. His contracting patterns reflect deliberate efforts to expand opportunities for small businesses while maintaining rigorous performance standards. He consistently prioritizes small business participation as a core element of acquisition strategy. His primary NAICS focus areas include 424990 for miscellaneous nondurable goods wholesale distribution, 238910 for site preparation, and 335999 for electrical components, indicating expertise in procuring infrastructure materials, construction services, and specialized electrical and compressor systems. His technical domain centers on base sustainment, environmental compliance, and mission-critical utility support, aligning procurement with Air Force installation resilience goals.