William T. Ray

William T. Ray serves as a Contracting Specialist within the Department of the Air Force at FA2517 21 Cons Bldg 350, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to modernize installation infrastructure and enhance operational readiness. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on facility upgrades, electronic and communication systems integration, and fire safety modernization, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and defense-specific standards. His work directly supports the agency’s mission to sustain resilient, secure environments for Air Force operations through strategic procurement of technical and construction services. Ray maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including ASTERI CONSULTING SERVICES LLC, AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, ARHAB LLC, and PRIMEPRO BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LLC. These partnerships reflect a balanced approach to sourcing both large-capacity service providers and specialized niche vendors, with an emphasis on technical expertise in infrastructure, communications, and facility systems. His contracting patterns demonstrate a preference for established contractors with proven capabilities in defense-aligned environments, fostering reliable performance and mission continuity. While the majority of his acquisitions are conducted without set-asides (57.1%), Ray actively supports small business participation, with nearly 40% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He also regularly incorporates 8(a) competed contracts, reflecting a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals and the development of small, disadvantaged businesses within the defense industrial base. His procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 511210 (Software Publishers), 238210 (Electrical Contractors), 334310 (Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing), and 811490 (Repair and Maintenance), indicating deep expertise in digital infrastructure, building systems integration, and mission-critical hardware procurement. Ray’s domain knowledge spans secure communications, facility electrification, and technical maintenance services essential to Air Force installation resilience.