John Miner

John Miner supports the 24th Special Operations Wing (24 SOW) under U.S. Special Operations Command in executing mission-critical procurement activities aligned with the unit’s focus on operational readiness and experiential training. He manages a diverse portfolio of service-based acquisitions designed to deliver immersive, high-fidelity instruction environments that simulate real-world special operations conditions. His responsibilities include sourcing training, logistical support, and resilience-building services that directly enhance the physical, psychological, and tactical capabilities of special operations personnel. He routinely handles contracts under FAR Part 12 for commercial services and leverages performance-based acquisition strategies to ensure mission alignment and outcomes-driven delivery. While specific contractor names are not disclosed in available records, Miner’s procurement patterns reflect consistent engagement with vendors capable of delivering specialized instruction, mobility support, and facility-based training services. He cultivates partnerships with firms possessing niche expertise in tactical simulation, adaptive learning environments, and operational conditioning—often requiring security-cleared personnel and certified instructors. His working relationships emphasize agility, compliance with SOF standards, and the ability to scale services across geographically dispersed training sites. Miner demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 76.7% of his acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize socioeconomic opportunities while maintaining quality and responsiveness. His contracting approach prioritizes small business eligibility across multiple categories, including Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and HUBZone firms, aligning with DoD’s broader goals for inclusive supplier development. His primary NAICS focus areas include All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction (26.9%), Hotels and Motels (23.1%), and Automobile Driving Schools (15.4%), indicating a procurement portfolio centered on experiential learning, temporary lodging for training cycles, and mobility-related instruction. He procures services that integrate classroom instruction with field-based simulations, emphasizing operational realism, resilience training, and tactical mobility—core pillars of the 24 SOW’s mission.