Wayne Manke

Wayne A. Manke serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4600 55 Cons Pkp unit of the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain and modernize infrastructure essential to Air Force operational readiness. He specializes in procuring technical services that support secure computing environments, mission-critical facility systems, and cyber-enabled communications infrastructure. His portfolio primarily consists of complex service-based contracts requiring deep technical oversight, particularly in custom software development and systems integration for defense-critical environments. Manke ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with the agency’s strategic priorities in resilience, cybersecurity, and infrastructure modernization. Manke maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of experienced contractors including COMMAND CONTROL COMMUNICATIONS ENGINEERING & LOGISTICS LLC, PRIMECORPS LLC, TECHNOLOGISTY LLC, AMORSERV LLC, and ELKHORN WEST CONSTRUCTION, INC. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in defense-sector IT systems, facility engineering, and mission-support services. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, rigorous technical evaluation, and long-term vendor reliability over transactional procurement, fostering collaborative relationships grounded in accountability and mission alignment. Manke’s procurement activity reflects a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of his awards issued under no set-aside conditions. While he does not currently utilize socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, his contracting decisions prioritize technical capability and mission suitability, ensuring that the most qualified firms—regardless of size or certification—are selected based on merit and performance history. His primary procurement focus lies within NAICS 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services) and 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), reflecting a deep specialization in developing and integrating secure, mission-specific software solutions and architectural systems. He regularly acquires services involving network security, embedded systems, facility automation controls, and cyber-resilient infrastructure design, demonstrating expertise in the technical domains critical to Air Force installation readiness and operational continuity.