Kelly Hess

Kelly Hess serves as a Contracting Specialist within the W7M0 Uspfo Activity Deang 166, part of the Department of the Army, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain and modernize military infrastructure. Her portfolio centers on facility systems, utilities, and operational support services, including HVAC, electrical, telecommunications, and specialized equipment procurement. She ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning contracts with the agency’s strategic priorities of enhancing installation readiness and operational resilience. Hess manages a diverse range of contract types, from firm-fixed-price to performance-based service agreements, supporting both routine maintenance and large-scale infrastructure upgrades. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Hess maintains robust working relationships with a broad network of qualified vendors, particularly those capable of delivering technical solutions in building systems and defense-support equipment. Her contracting approach emphasizes vendor responsiveness, performance accountability, and compliance with technical specifications, fostering long-term partnerships with firms experienced in military-grade installations and secure communications environments. Hess demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 72% of her acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5. Her contracting patterns consistently prioritize socioeconomic programs, including small business set-asides, and reflect a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for disadvantaged and service-disabled veteran-owned firms. This focus enhances competition, promotes innovation, and supports the Army’s broader goals of inclusive economic development within the defense supply chain. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 238220 (plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning), 238210 (electrical contracting), and 336413 (aircraft auxiliary equipment manufacturing), indicating deep expertise in facility infrastructure and defense-specific hardware. She frequently procures integrated systems for utilities, communications, and environmental controls, demonstrating technical fluency in military installation modernization and the regulatory frameworks governing defense-related construction and equipment acquisition.