Jesse Houk

Jesse Houk serves as a key procurement lead within the W7MX Uspfo Activity CAANG 163, a Department of the Army organization responsible for sustaining and modernizing military installation infrastructure. Focused on ensuring operational readiness through facility resilience, Houk manages a diverse portfolio of construction, maintenance, and technical support acquisitions, particularly in HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems. Their role involves executing full lifecycle contracting actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and contract administration—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-driven infrastructure priorities. Houk maintains a primary working relationship with DARBONNIER TACTICAL SUPPLY LLC, a trusted vendor delivering specialized logistical and tactical support solutions. The contracting pattern reflects a preference for established, responsive small business partners capable of rapid deployment and technical adaptability in austere environments. Vendor relationships are characterized by consistent recompetition and performance-based evaluations, reinforcing accountability and mission alignment. A defining feature of Houk’s procurement strategy is the exclusive use of Total Small Business Set-Aside authority under FAR 19.5, reflecting a steadfast commitment to socioeconomic empowerment. All active acquisitions are reserved for small businesses, with no set-asides for 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB subcategories—indicating a broad-based approach that prioritizes overall small business participation over targeted designations. The acquisition portfolio is evenly distributed across three distinct NAICS categories: 334220 for radio and wireless communications equipment, 541511 for custom computer programming services, and 811121 for automotive body and interior repair. This reflects a unique blend of technical infrastructure modernization, digital systems integration, and facility maintenance expertise, demonstrating proficiency in managing complex, cross-domain procurements that support both mission-critical operations and daily garrison readiness.