Zachary R Slaymaker

Zachary L. Slaymaker serves as a Contract Administrator within the FA4855 27 SoCons Lgc under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain air base infrastructure and operational readiness. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts spanning construction, communications systems, and facility support services, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while aligning acquisitions with strategic modernization goals such as HVAC upgrades, wastewater treatment enhancements, and secure communications deployment. His work directly supports the agency’s mandate to maintain resilient, mission-ready installations through timely, compliant, and technically sound contracting actions. Slaymaker maintains a consistent working relationship with ALTUS TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC, a primary contractor providing specialized technical services and equipment integration for defense infrastructure projects. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, particularly with firms possessing deep expertise in defense-grade communications and facility systems. He engages contractors through competitive solicitation processes, including performance-based contracts and task-order mechanisms, ensuring accountability, quality assurance, and seamless delivery of mission-critical capabilities. A strong advocate for small business participation, Slaymaker consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with approximately 81.8% of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to foster economic opportunity and enhance competition, aligning with Department of Defense socioeconomic goals. He actively structures solicitations to maximize access for small businesses, including those certified under 8(a), HUBZone, and SDVOSB programs, while maintaining rigorous performance standards. His technical focus centers on NAICS codes 334290 (Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing) and 334310 (Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing), reflecting procurement expertise in secure tactical communications, surveillance systems, and integrated audiovisual infrastructure. He also manages acquisitions in educational support services (611710) and hardware manufacturing (332510), demonstrating broad domain knowledge across both defense-specific and supporting technical sectors essential to air base operations.