James Hurt

James Hurt serves as a Contract Specialist within the W6QM Micc-ft Knox under the Department of the Army, where he plays a pivotal role in executing acquisitions that sustain military readiness and quality of life for service members and their families. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on hospitality, food service, and recreational support infrastructure, ensuring timely delivery of lodging, dining, and allied services critical to operational tempo and troop morale. His work spans the full lifecycle of procurement—from market research and solicitation development to award and contract administration—aligning with DoD standards and FAR compliance to meet mission-critical needs across garrison and training environments. James maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including CHENEGA GOVERNMENT MISSION SOLUTIONS, LLC, OCS-NCS JV II, LLC, and SPACE AGE ENGINEERING, INC., among others. These partnerships reflect a blend of large-capability vendors and specialized service providers, often engaged through competitive sealed bidding and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) mechanisms. His approach emphasizes performance-based contracting, clear statement of work development, and rigorous contractor oversight to ensure service quality and mission alignment. His procurement strategy reflects a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with nearly half of his actions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5, and an additional 4% designated for women-owned small businesses. While no set-aside remains equally prevalent, his consistent use of small business set-asides underscores a deliberate effort to foster competition and broaden vendor participation within the defense support ecosystem. James specializes in NAICS 722310 (Food Service Contractors), which accounts for the majority of his acquisitions, alongside significant activity in 721110 (Hotels and Motels) and 722320 (Caterers). His technical domain expertise centers on managing complex, high-volume service contracts for dining facilities, transient lodging, and allied support services—ensuring compliance with military standards for sanitation, safety, and operational continuity.