Charles H. Hollowell

Charles H. Hollowell serves as a key procurement lead within the W2V6 USA Engineering Support Center, supporting the Department of the Army’s mission to sustain military readiness through integrated engineering and facility services. He manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions focused on facility modernization, infrastructure resilience, and mission-enabling operational support, ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations and strategic readiness goals. His work directly enables the maintenance and enhancement of Army installations across the continental United States and overseas, with an emphasis on technical solutions that support long-term operational sustainability. Hollowell maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of prime contractors, including AMD International Technologies LLC, Constellation NewEnergy, Inc., MSL Housekeeping Services LLC, Boh Environmental, L.L.C., and Hydrogeologic, Inc. These partnerships reflect a preference for specialized vendors capable of delivering engineering, environmental, energy, and facility services under performance-based contract structures. His contracting approach prioritizes technical capability, past performance, and compliance with environmental and safety standards, fostering long-term vendor collaboration rather than transactional engagements. His procurement patterns show a strong preference for unrestricted competitions, with 85.7% of awards issued without set-aside designations, indicating a focus on broad market competition for mission-critical capabilities. However, he consistently allocates 14.3% of awards to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a measured but deliberate commitment to small business participation without compromising operational requirements. Hollowell’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS categories related to institutional and office furniture manufacturing, carpet and rug production, and major appliance systems—indicating a specialized need for durable, military-grade furnishings and fixtures for barracks, administrative facilities, and operational centers. His expertise spans the acquisition of standardized yet ruggedized interior systems designed for high-traffic, mission-critical environments, reflecting deep familiarity with military facility standards and life-cycle management requirements.