Hien Ho

Hien Ho supports the W071 Endist Seattle under the Department of the Army, managing complex civil infrastructure and construction acquisitions critical to military installation resilience across the Pacific Northwest. Responsible for executing full lifecycle contracting for heavy civil engineering, facility modernization, and environmental remediation projects, Ho ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing strategic readiness goals. Their portfolio primarily includes fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contracts for specialty trade contractors, marine repair, and structural fabrication, aligning with the agency’s mission to sustain and upgrade critical defense infrastructure. Ho maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including RDC JPA Architecture, FinCantieri Marine Repair LLC, Walsh Federal LLC, Absher Construction Co., and Big River Construction Inc., reflecting a preference for experienced firms with proven capabilities in military-grade construction and marine infrastructure. These partnerships are characterized by long-term engagement, performance-based evaluations, and collaborative risk management, ensuring delivery of high-integrity projects under demanding operational conditions. A strong commitment to small business participation is evident in Ho’s procurement patterns, with 87.5% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to cultivate capacity among small, disadvantaged, and locally based firms, fostering economic development while enhancing competition and innovation in defense construction markets. The agency’s technical focus centers on NAICS 238990 (All Other Specialty Trade Contractors) and 333120 (Construction Machinery Manufacturing), with significant activity in shipbuilding and repair (336611), fabricated structural metal (332312), and solid waste collection (562111). Ho’s expertise lies in procuring specialized services for hydraulic infrastructure, coastal protection, and installation-scale environmental compliance, demonstrating deep familiarity with federal construction standards and military engineering requirements.