Bennett Hlavac

Bennett Hlavac serves as a key procurement lead within the W6QK Acc-rsa office of the Department of the Army, responsible for managing high-priority acquisitions in support of the Army’s aerial and missile defense modernization initiatives. He oversees the full lifecycle of contracts for advanced aerospace systems, including procurement of mission-critical components for the UH-60 Black Hawk and AH-64 Apache platforms, with emphasis on avionics, propulsion, sensor integration, and guided missile subsystems. His role is central to ensuring operational readiness through timely acquisition of technologically sophisticated aerospace hardware and associated sustainment services, aligning closely with the Army’s strategic imperative to maintain air superiority and layered defense capabilities. Bennett collaborates with a network of prime contractors specializing in military aerospace manufacturing, including firms with deep expertise in defense-grade systems integration and government-certified engineering services. While specific vendor names are not publicly enumerated, his contracting patterns reflect consistent engagement with Tier-1 defense primes and specialized subsystem suppliers capable of meeting stringent MIL-SPEC and ITAR requirements. His working relationships are characterized by technical rigor, compliance-focused collaboration, and a preference for vendors with proven track records in delivering complex aerospace platforms under tight operational timelines. Bennett’s procurement portfolio reflects a strict focus on open competition, with 100% of acquisitions conducted under non-set-aside authorities. There is no current use of 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or other socioeconomic set-asides, indicating a prioritization of technical capability and mission readiness over socioeconomic preferences in this specialized domain. His primary procurement focus is centered on NAICS 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing), encompassing the acquisition of complete airframes, flight control systems, radar and targeting pods, and integrated missile launchers. He possesses deep technical expertise in aerospace systems engineering, ensuring that all procurements meet the Army’s evolving requirements for survivability, interoperability, and next-generation combat effectiveness.