Timothy H. Novak

Timothy H. Novak serves as a key procurement lead within the FA4407 375th Contracting Squadron, a specialized unit under the Department of the Air Force responsible for sustaining mission-critical infrastructure at Air Force installations. He manages a diverse portfolio of facility-related acquisitions, including building operations, environmental compliance systems, airfield support equipment, and security infrastructure upgrades. His role centers on ensuring operational readiness through timely and compliant contracting for specialized industrial and engineering services, with a strong emphasis on regulatory adherence and mission-critical asset sustainability. Novak maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors, including CHALLENGE UNLIMITED, INC., JAYTECH, INC., and NORTH AMERICAN IMPORT AND EXPORT COMPANY LLC, who provide specialized engineering, maintenance, and industrial supply services. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in heavy industrial systems, facility modernization, and defense-compliant logistics. His contracting patterns indicate a reliance on established contractors with technical capabilities in high-specification manufacturing and installation, often requiring rigorous qualification and compliance vetting. He exhibits a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, directing 80% of his acquisitions toward Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate strategy to foster small business participation across the defense industrial base. His approach prioritizes equitable access for small businesses with relevant technical capabilities, aligning with Department of Defense mandates to enhance resilience and innovation through diversified vendor engagement. Novak’s procurement focus is concentrated in NAICS categories 335311 (power and specialty transformers), 335313 (switchgear and switchboard apparatus), and 332420 (heavy-gauge metal tank manufacturing), indicating deep technical expertise in electrical infrastructure, industrial control systems, and robust containment solutions. His work supports the installation of mission-critical power distribution networks, environmental containment systems, and specialized defense-grade equipment, requiring precise adherence to military specifications and safety standards.