Ben Hoell

Ben Hoell serves as a Contracting Specialist (1102) within the U.S. Army’s Natick Soldier Systems Center under the W911QY agency, where he manages complex acquisitions critical to enhancing warfighter readiness. His portfolio centers on procuring advanced soldier systems—including protective apparel, tactical footwear, medical devices, and battlefield instrumentation—aligned with the Department of Defense’s mission to equip forces with cutting-edge, mission-critical capabilities. Hoell specializes in engineering services, apparel manufacturing, and communications equipment contracts, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while supporting innovation in soldier survivability and performance. Hoell maintains consistent contracting relationships with key vendors such as EPERNAY DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION LLC and TEVET LLC, both of which provide specialized technical services and high-performance equipment solutions. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and technical validation, fostering long-term partnerships with firms capable of delivering ruggedized, field-tested systems under demanding operational conditions. He frequently collaborates with contractors possessing deep domain expertise in military-grade materials, ergonomic design, and survivability engineering. His contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with approximately 90% of acquisitions conducted without set-aside restrictions. However, he actively supports small business participation through Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a measured commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals without compromising mission requirements. While he does not prioritize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, he ensures small businesses are competitively positioned within unrestricted solicitations. Hoell’s primary NAICS focus includes Aircraft Manufacturing (336411), Engineering Services (541330), Cut and Sew Apparel (315210), Footwear Manufacturing (316210), and Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290). He procures technically sophisticated products ranging from flame-resistant battle uniforms to integrated soldier communication systems, requiring deep understanding of military specifications, test protocols, and supply chain resilience in austere environments.