Benjamin DeHart

Benjamin DeHart serves as a primary procurement lead within the Department of Defense’s FA4704 12 AF (AFSOUTH) A4 organization, overseeing the acquisition of critical infrastructure, maintenance, and communications services to support aerospace and expeditionary operations. He plays a central role in executing the agency’s contracting mission by managing complex solicitations, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations, and aligning procurements with operational readiness requirements. His portfolio primarily includes construction, repair, and technical services contracts that sustain mission-critical facilities and systems across the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility. While specific contractor names are not currently available in the dataset, DeHart’s contracting patterns reflect a strategic emphasis on diverse vendor partnerships, particularly with small businesses and specialized trade contractors. His procurement approach prioritizes competitive bidding, technical capability assessments, and socioeconomic compliance, fostering relationships with firms capable of delivering niche services in power systems, communications infrastructure, and industrial equipment maintenance. DeHart demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with over half of his acquisitions designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. He also regularly utilizes Women-Owned Small Business and SBA-certified Economically Disadvantaged WOSB set-asides, reflecting a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for underrepresented entrepreneurs. His contracting strategy aligns with DoD-wide goals to enhance resilience through diversified supplier bases and equitable access to federal opportunities. His primary industry focus centers on NAICS 237130 (Power and Communication Line Construction), followed by 511210 (Software Publishers), 811310 (Commercial Machinery Repair), and 238990 (Other Specialty Trade Contractors). This indicates deep expertise in procuring electrical and communications infrastructure, software-enabled systems, and industrial maintenance services—domains essential to sustaining military airfield operations, command and control networks, and logistical support systems.