William Clearwater

William Clearwater serves as a Contracting Officer for the FA7000 10 Cons Lgc under the Department of the Air Force, where he oversees the acquisition of precision instrumentation, laboratory equipment, and specialized technical systems critical to aerospace research and cadet training at the U.S. Air Force Academy. His portfolio supports the agency’s mission to maintain cutting-edge analytical capabilities through the procurement of high-accuracy measuring devices, scientific instrumentation, and mission-critical technical infrastructure. Clearwater manages full and open competitions as well as targeted set-asides, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with strategic modernization goals for training and research facilities. He maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including SAWASAWA LLC, BERNARD CAP, LLC, TEAL DRONES INC, BRANSCOME OPERATING, LLC, and LAVISION, INC., each of which provides specialized technical solutions ranging from laboratory-grade sensors to unmanned aerial systems for data collection. Clearwater’s procurement approach emphasizes technical rigor, vendor reliability, and performance-based outcomes, fostering long-term partnerships with vendors capable of delivering complex, calibrated, and mission-specific equipment under strict operational timelines. His contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for full and open competition, with 66.7% of awards issued without set-asides. However, he actively supports small business participation, allocating 22.2% of awards to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 and 11.1% to 8(a) competed contracts, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both competition and socioeconomic objectives. Clearwater’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 337214 (Office Furniture [except Wood] Manufacturing) and 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing), reflecting his oversight of specialized lab furnishings and precision measurement tools. He also manages acquisitions under 221310 for water supply systems supporting facility infrastructure. His expertise spans technical domains requiring high tolerances, calibration standards, and integration with aerospace training environments, ensuring acquisitions meet rigorous scientific and operational requirements.