Darci Rickson

Darci Rickson serves as a key procurement lead within the W7M9 USPFO Activity KS ARNG, supporting the Department of the Army’s mission to sustain military infrastructure readiness through strategic acquisition of construction, maintenance, and operational support services. Responsible for managing complex contracting actions under FAR Part 19 and Part 36, Rickson specializes in procuring administrative management consulting services and mission-critical IT infrastructure solutions to enable training and operational unit readiness. Their work directly supports the agency’s focus on facility modernization and logistical sustainment, ensuring that commercial and industrial facilities meet DoD standards for durability and mission alignment. Rickson maintains collaborative relationships with a diverse base of federal contractors, particularly those certified under socioeconomic programs, including service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses and total small business concerns. While specific vendor names are not publicly disclosed, their contracting patterns reflect a consistent preference for partnerships with firms possessing proven experience in military facility support, program management, and technical advisory services. Vendor engagement is structured to ensure compliance with federal procurement integrity standards while fostering long-term performance accountability. A strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting is evident in Rickson’s procurement patterns, with 50% of acquisitions designated as service-disabled veteran-owned small business set-asides and an additional 25% reserved for total small business concerns under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize opportunities for veteran-owned and small business contractors, aligning with Department of the Army mandates to promote equitable access and workforce development within the defense industrial base. The primary technical focus of Rickson’s portfolio centers on NAICS 541611—administrative management and general management consulting services—indicating deep expertise in procurement of strategic planning, facility lifecycle management, and operational readiness support. A secondary focus on NAICS 517919 underscores involvement in telecommunications and information services critical to command and control infrastructure. Their domain expertise lies in integrating consulting and technical services to enhance the efficiency and resilience of Army National Guard facilities.