William H Kaufman

William H. Kaufman serves as a Contracting Officer with FA7037 AMIC Det 2 JB San Antonio, a critical unit within the Department of the Air Force responsible for acquiring advanced engineering, information technology, and secure communications systems to sustain and modernize air operations infrastructure. He manages the full lifecycle of procurements for cyber-enabled mission systems, software-defined radio technologies, and integrated command and control platforms, ensuring alignment with Air Force strategic priorities in digital modernization and cybersecurity resilience. His portfolio emphasizes complex technical acquisitions requiring stringent compliance with DoD acquisition regulations and secure supply chain protocols. Kaufman collaborates with a diverse range of contractors, including defense prime contractors, systems integrators, and specialized engineering firms capable of delivering mission-critical IT and communications solutions. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, his working relationships reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in secure software development, RF systems integration, and DoD-compliant IT infrastructure. He maintains a collaborative, compliance-driven approach, ensuring vendors meet rigorous security standards such as NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC requirements. Kaufman exhibits a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 25% of his awards designated for 8(a) competed set-asides, reflecting a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for small disadvantaged businesses. The remaining 75% of his acquisitions are fully competed without set-asides, indicating a balanced approach that prioritizes both competition and small business inclusion. His contracting patterns align with Air Force initiatives to broaden the defense industrial base while maintaining mission readiness. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), 541330 (Engineering Services), and 423430 (Computer and Peripheral Equipment Wholesalers), with a notable allocation to 336212 (Truck Trailer Manufacturing) for specialized mobile command and communications platforms. Kaufman’s expertise spans the integration of commercial-off-the-shelf technologies with hardened military systems, demonstrating deep technical fluency in both IT infrastructure and tactical communications hardware.