Tom Hammonds

Tom Hammonds serves as a key procurement lead within the FA5240 36 Cons Lgc under the Department of the Air Force, responsible for managing acquisitions that sustain operational readiness at critical air base installations. He oversees the procurement of mission-critical infrastructure, communications systems, and facility maintenance services essential to airborne and ground support operations. His portfolio includes construction, telecommunications equipment, and fabricated metal products, all aligned with the agency’s strategic focus on modernizing and securing base infrastructure. Hammonds ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while prioritizing timely delivery of high-reliability services to maintain combat readiness. Hammonds maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including Pacific Rim Constructors Inc., GoCrafts LLC, Docomo Pacific, Inc., M-80 Systems, Inc., and MIC Industries Inc. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in military-grade facility construction, wireless communications infrastructure, and specialized fabricated metal components. His contracting patterns emphasize long-term vendor reliability, technical capability, and performance history, often re-engaging firms with demonstrated success in austere or high-security environments. A strong advocate for small business participation, Hammonds consistently prioritizes set-aside programs, with 77.8% of his acquisitions designated for total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. He also actively supports the SBA’s Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) program, reflecting a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic diversity in the supplier base. His contracting approach aligns with Department of Defense mandates to increase small business access to defense contracts while maintaining rigorous performance standards. His primary NAICS focus areas include 237310 for civil infrastructure construction, 334220 for wireless communications equipment, and 332999 for specialized metal fabrication. These reflect deep technical expertise in procuring ruggedized communications hardware, airfield and roadway systems, and custom-engineered metal components used in military facility operations. Hammonds’ domain knowledge ensures acquisitions meet stringent Air Force specifications for durability, security, and interoperability.