Hudell D Ballen

Hudell D. Ballen serves as a Contract Specialist with the 252-NETWORK Contract Office 12 (36C252) under the Department of Veterans Affairs, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain and modernize the physical and technological infrastructure supporting veteran healthcare delivery. His responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—for construction, facility maintenance, and operational support services. Ballen’s portfolio primarily focuses on ensuring VA medical centers operate in safe, compliant, and technologically advanced environments, with a strong emphasis on infrastructure resilience and regulatory adherence. Ballen maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, EXELAN PHARMACEUTICALS INC, KOFFEL MEDICAL SUPPLY INC, ADVANCED IMAGING MANAGEMENT, LLC, and TROOP CONTRACTING INC. These partnerships span commercial construction, medical supply distribution, and specialized facility services, reflecting a balanced approach between large-capability vendors and niche providers with domain-specific expertise. His contracting patterns demonstrate a preference for established contractors with proven performance histories in federal healthcare environments, while still fostering competitive bidding and contract compliance. A significant portion of Ballen’s acquisitions—30%—are set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), underscoring his commitment to veteran-owned enterprise participation. While 70% of his awards remain open to general competition, his deliberate use of SDVOSB set-asides aligns with VA’s statutory priorities to empower veteran entrepreneurs and strengthen the veteran supply chain. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), with additional emphasis on architectural services (541310) and infrastructure construction (237310). This specialization reflects deep technical expertise in facility modernization, mechanical systems integration, and healthcare-environment compliance, ensuring VA facilities meet rigorous safety, accessibility, and operational standards.