Dakota S Bentzel

Dakota S. Bentzel serves as a primary procurement lead within the Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support Mechanism (NAVSUP WSS Mech, N00104), responsible for managing the acquisition of mission-critical mechanical, electrical, and electronic components that sustain the operational readiness of U.S. Navy weapon systems. Bentzel oversees the procurement of high-reliability subsystems including pumping systems, valve assemblies, printed circuit boards, and precision bearings, ensuring timely delivery of components essential for maintenance, repair, and modernization of naval platforms. Their work directly supports the agency’s core mission of maintaining combat-ready fleets through technically rigorous, performance-based contracting. Bentzel maintains consistent partnerships with leading defense and industrial suppliers, most notably Raytheon Company, which is frequently engaged for advanced electronic and electromechanical subsystems. Additional key vendors include AMD International Technologies LLC and The Entwistle Company LLC, reflecting a preference for established contractors with proven expertise in precision manufacturing and defense-grade component integration. These relationships are characterized by long-term contract performance, technical compliance, and repeat engagement across multiple procurement cycles. Bentzel’s contracting activity shows a 100% preference for open, non-set-aside competitions, indicating a focus on technical capability and performance over socioeconomic classifications. There is no discernible pattern of prioritizing 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, suggesting procurement decisions are driven primarily by technical merit, supply chain reliability, and mission-critical requirements rather than socioeconomic objectives. The primary NAICS focus areas include 335312 (Motor and Generator Manufacturing), 333914 (Pumping Equipment Manufacturing), and 334412 (Bare Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing), reflecting deep technical expertise in electromechanical systems and electronics fabrication. Bentzel specializes in procuring components requiring stringent MIL-SPEC compliance, including high-vibration-resistant pumps, precision bearings, and bare PCBs for mission-critical avionics and weapon control systems.