Andrew Hooven

Andrew Hooven serves as a key procurement lead within the W4GG Hq US Army Tacom, supporting the lifecycle management and modernization of ground combat and support vehicle systems under the Department of Defense. He manages complex acquisition programs centered on ordnance systems, tactical vehicle components, and specialized metal fabrication, ensuring alignment with Army readiness objectives. His portfolio emphasizes technical procurement of mission-critical defense equipment, coordinating closely with engineering and logistics teams to deliver integrated solutions that enhance vehicle survivability, mobility, and power efficiency across armored and tactical wheeled platforms. Hooven maintains consistent relationships with a core group of specialized contractors, including Schutt Industries of Clintonville, ONTIC Engineering & Manufacturing, A&M Aerostuctures, and Bowhead Avionics Manufacturing. These partnerships focus on high-precision manufacturing of ordnance components, structural assemblies, and avionics integration systems. His contracting approach favors established vendors with proven expertise in defense-grade fabrication and subsystem integration, often engaging them through competitive, performance-based solicitations that prioritize technical compliance and supply chain reliability. His procurement patterns reflect a strong commitment to small business participation, with 42.9% of awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. While no set-aside programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB dominate, his office consistently prioritizes small businesses capable of delivering specialized metal stamping, fabricated components, and specialty trade services essential to vehicle sustainment. This reflects a strategic emphasis on broadening the defense industrial base while maintaining technical rigor. Hooven’s primary NAICS focus areas include 332994 for ordnance and small arms manufacturing, 332999 for miscellaneous fabricated metal products, and 336999 for transportation equipment manufacturing. He routinely procures precision-stamped metal components, armored vehicle subsystems, and custom-fabricated structural elements, demonstrating deep expertise in defense-specific manufacturing standards and military specification compliance. His work ensures the technical integrity and operational readiness of the Army’s ground vehicle fleet.