John C. Butts

John C. Butts serves as a Contract Administrator for the W6QM Micc-ft Knox under the Department of the Army, where he plays a pivotal role in executing procurement actions that sustain military readiness and quality of life. He manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions spanning hospitality, food service, recreational infrastructure, and mission-critical support systems, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and aligning contract outcomes with operational tempo requirements. His work directly supports troop welfare by securing lodging, dining, and recreational facilities essential to morale and training continuity. Butts specializes in full lifecycle contract administration, from solicitation through closeout, with a focus on performance-based service contracts and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) mechanisms. He maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including CHENEGA GOVERNMENT MISSION SOLUTIONS, LLC, OCS-NCS JV II, LLC, SPACE AGE ENGINEERING, INC, and C.R. & A. CUSTOM APPAREL INC., reflecting a preference for established vendors with proven capabilities in military-support services and specialized manufacturing. His procurement patterns indicate a reliance on experienced contractors capable of delivering integrated, mission-critical solutions across multiple domains, often under time-sensitive and high-availability requirements. Butts demonstrates a moderate commitment to small business participation, with 16.7% of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, while the majority—83.3%—are open to all competitors. This balance reflects a strategic approach prioritizing capability and scalability while still fostering opportunities for small businesses in eligible categories. His primary NAICS focus areas include 621910 (Ambulance Services), 311991 (Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing), 334290 (Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing), 334111 (Electronic Computer Manufacturing), and 518210 (Computing Infrastructure Providers), indicating expertise in procuring specialized food logistics, medical transport support, communications hardware, computing systems, and data center services critical to modern military operations.