Benjamin Reece May

Benjamin Reece May serves as a Contract Specialist within the W6QK Acc-rsa under the Department of the Army, where he plays a pivotal role in executing complex acquisitions to sustain and modernize the Army’s aerial and missile defense systems. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts for mission-critical aerospace technologies, including avionics, propulsion systems, and guided missile components supporting platforms such as the UH-60 and AH-64 Apache. His work directly enables the agency’s strategic priorities in enhancing air defense readiness through timely, compliant, and technically sound procurement actions. May specializes in engineering and logistics consulting contracts, ensuring that acquisition strategies align with operational requirements and defense modernization timelines. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, May maintains robust relationships with prime contractors and systems integrators specializing in aerospace engineering, missile system integration, and defense logistics consulting. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical rigor, and compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) standards. He routinely engages with vendors possessing deep domain expertise in guided missile manufacturing and mission-critical system sustainment, fostering collaborative partnerships that prioritize innovation and reliability. May’s procurement portfolio reflects a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of awards issued without set-asides. This indicates a focus on maximizing technical capability and industrial base capacity over socioeconomic categorizations, though he remains compliant with all statutory requirements for small business participation when applicable. His approach prioritizes mission effectiveness and technical merit over socioeconomic preferences, consistent with the high-stakes nature of the agency’s defense missions. His primary NAICS focus areas include 541330 (Engineering Services) and 541614 (Process and Logistics Consulting), underscoring his expertise in acquiring technical design, systems integration, and operational logistics support. He also procures under 336414 (Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing), demonstrating direct engagement with advanced defense manufacturing capabilities. His domain knowledge spans missile guidance systems, flight control electronics, and battlefield logistics optimization, making him a key steward of the Army’s next-generation air and missile defense infrastructure.