Derrell Calhoun

Derrell Calhoun serves as a key procurement professional within the W6QM Micc-ft Bliss office of the Department of the Army, supporting the sustainment and modernization of critical infrastructure at Fort Bliss. Responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of construction, facility services, and logistics-related acquisitions, Calhoun ensures that installation operations remain resilient and mission-ready. His work directly supports the agency’s mandate to maintain safe, functional, and compliant military facilities, with a focus on roofing, utilities, waste management, and related support services. He routinely handles task orders and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contracts under FAR Part 16, prioritizing performance-based requirements and lifecycle cost efficiency. Calhoun maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including Federal Roofing and Construction Company LLC, All American AA LLC, C. Ortiz, Corp, Globe Builders, Inc., and Pioneer Roofing and Construction LLC. These partnerships are primarily centered on construction, maintenance, and specialized facility services, with an emphasis on firms possessing proven expertise in military-grade infrastructure standards. His contracting approach favors established vendors with demonstrated experience in Department of Defense environments, ensuring compliance with military construction codes and rapid response capabilities. A strong advocate for small business participation, Calhoun consistently structures procurements to maximize small business set-asides, with 83.3% of his awards designated under FAR 19.5 Total Small Business Set-Aside criteria. This reflects a deliberate strategy to foster economic opportunity within the local and national small business community while maintaining high standards of performance and accountability. His contracting patterns show minimal use of full and open competition, underscoring a sustained commitment to socioeconomic goals. His procurement focus is heavily concentrated in NAICS 562991 (Septic Tank and Related Services), reflecting a critical need for environmental and sanitation infrastructure support. Additional emphasis is placed on commercial equipment leasing (532490), food service contracting (722310), and flight training (611512), demonstrating a broad yet mission-aligned scope of operations supporting both daily garrison functions and specialized training requirements.