Ulrich V. Lichtwardt

Ulrich V. Lichtwardt serves as a Contracting Specialist within the Department of the Air Force’s FA9401 377 Msg Pk, where he plays a pivotal role in acquiring advanced aerospace and defense systems critical to air force operational readiness. He manages the full lifecycle of procurements for mission-critical instrumentation, secure communications infrastructure, electronic warfare support, and laboratory-grade analytical equipment, ensuring alignment with Air Force modernization priorities. His work directly supports the development and sustainment of sensor systems, navigation platforms, and high-fidelity test and evaluation tools essential to national security. Lichtwardt maintains consistent procurement relationships with a core group of specialized vendors, including J STAR ENTERPRISES INC, LARON, LLC, FIVEBYFIVE, LLC, VISION DISTRIBUTORS LLC, and Boh Environmental, L.L.C. These contractors are frequently engaged for technical services, equipment integration, and mission support solutions requiring niche expertise in defense-grade instrumentation and environmental compliance. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established small-to-midsize firms with proven capabilities in aerospace and analytical domains, fostering reliable, performance-driven partnerships. His procurement strategy prioritizes small business participation, with 43.1% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, and a notable 2.0% allocated to Women-Owned Small Businesses. While the majority of acquisitions are unrestricted, his consistent use of small business set-asides demonstrates a deliberate commitment to expanding economic opportunity within the defense industrial base. Lichtwardt’s primary NAICS focus includes 711510 for specialized technical documentation and performance support, 334516 for analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing, and 334511 for aerospace and nautical system instrumentation. He frequently procures high-precision sensors, secure communication devices, and mission-specific analytical tools, reflecting deep technical familiarity with defense electronics, signal processing, and laboratory validation systems. His expertise lies at the intersection of technical acquisition and mission-critical systems integration.