Brent Hester

Brent Hester serves as a Contract Specialist, acting in a secondary role to support the agency's procurement mission. In this capacity, he is responsible for the administration and execution of acquisitions, ensuring that the procurement process adheres to federal regulations and agency requirements. Regarding set-aside preferences, the procurement patterns show a strong commitment to small business participation. Total Small Business Set-Asides account for the largest portion of activity at 45.4%, followed by a significant volume of non-set-aside acquisitions. Additional socioeconomic focus is evident through the use of 8(a) Sole Source awards, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business set-asides, and Women-Owned Small Business designations. The technical focus of these procurements is diverse, with a primary emphasis on industrial and infrastructure requirements. Key areas of expertise include crushed and broken limestone mining and quarrying, as well as ship building and repairing. The procurement portfolio also encompasses commercial and industrial machinery and equipment repair and maintenance, the rental and leasing of commercial air, rail, and water transportation equipment, and general facilities support services.