Michael Harris

Michael Harris supports the Department of the Army’s W6QK Acc-apg Natick organization in procuring mission-critical soldier systems, with a focus on advanced protective gear, battlefield medical devices, and specialized instrumentation. He manages the acquisition lifecycle for technical contracts that enable warfighter readiness, overseeing requirements development, source selection, and contract administration for high-priority R&D and manufacturing initiatives. His work directly supports the agency’s mission to enhance soldier survivability and operational effectiveness through cutting-edge material science and field-deployable technologies. He maintains active contracting relationships with EPERNAY DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION LLC and TEVET LLC, both of which provide specialized expertise in apparel fabrication and technical system integration. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven capability in military-grade textile engineering and precision hardware assembly. Harris consistently engages with contractors who demonstrate compliance with military specifications and quality assurance standards, fostering long-term collaborations grounded in technical reliability and delivery performance. His procurement strategy prioritizes open competition, with 90% of acquisitions conducted without set-asides, reflecting a focus on technical merit and capability over socioeconomic classifications. Nevertheless, he maintains a consistent 10% allocation to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a measured commitment to small business participation without compromising mission-critical performance requirements. The majority of his acquisitions fall under NAICS 315210 (Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors), indicating a heavy emphasis on flame-resistant combat uniforms and modular body armor systems. Additional focus areas include hardware manufacturing (332510), heavy-gauge metal tank production (332420), testing laboratory services (541380), and navigation/instrument manufacturing (334511), underscoring his technical domain expertise in soldier-worn systems, environmental protection equipment, and battlefield sensor integration.