James Hill

James W. Hill serves as a Contracting Officer for the 0410 Aq Hq Contract Augmented under the Department of the Army, where he manages the acquisition of mission-critical communications, information technology, and facility infrastructure systems essential to operational readiness. His portfolio centers on securing advanced wireless communications equipment, custom tactical software solutions, and specialized electronic and industrial machinery required for resilient command and control environments. Hill ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with the Army’s modernization priorities, often overseeing complex, technically demanding contracts that require rigorous evaluation of cybersecurity, interoperability, and lifecycle support capabilities. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Hill maintains a broad network of defense-industrial base vendors, including firms specializing in secure communications hardware, military-grade software development, and logistics support services. He engages with both large prime contractors and specialized subcontractors capable of meeting stringent DoD technical and security standards, fostering partnerships that emphasize innovation, supply chain resilience, and rapid fielding of capabilities. Hill’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 77.8% of acquisitions conducted without set-asides. However, he consistently allocates 22.2% of opportunities to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to expanding small business participation across the defense technology supply chain. His approach prioritizes capability over size, ensuring small businesses with proven technical expertise are competitively evaluated and awarded. His primary NAICS focus includes Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Computing Infrastructure Providers (518210), and Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts Manufacturing (336419), reflecting deep expertise in tactical software, data systems, and electronic component procurement. He also regularly manages packing and crating contracts (488991) to support the secure transport of sensitive military equipment, underscoring his holistic oversight of the end-to-end acquisition lifecycle.