Randal Halbrooks

Randal Halbrooks serves as a Contracting Officer for the W7N1 USPFO Activity TN ARNG under the Department of the Army, where he manages the acquisition of critical logistical and facility support services essential to sustaining Tennessee Army National Guard operations. His portfolio centers on ensuring garrison readiness through the procurement of food service systems, lodging infrastructure, and commercial and institutional building construction, all aligned with the agency’s mission to maintain safe, habitable, and operationally viable environments for personnel. He routinely executes full and open competitions and set-aside contracts under FAR Part 19, applying sound acquisition strategy to meet mission-critical timelines while ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations. Halbrooks maintains a consistent working relationship with OPEX SOLUTIONS INC, a key contractor providing integrated facility and operational support services. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven capacity in military garrison environments, while actively cultivating partnerships with small businesses capable of delivering specialized services in food preparation, athletic equipment, and facility maintenance. He fosters collaborative vendor relationships grounded in performance accountability and mission alignment, ensuring reliable delivery of essential services under dynamic operational conditions. A strong advocate for small business participation, Halbrooks consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides, with approximately 69% of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to enhance economic opportunity and build a resilient, diverse supplier base capable of supporting long-term garrison sustainment. His contracting approach aligns with Department of the Army socioeconomic goals, emphasizing inclusivity and capacity development among small, veteran-owned, and service-disabled veteran-owned firms. His primary NAICS focus includes 236220 for commercial and institutional construction, 339920 for athletic and sporting goods, and 311991 for perishable food manufacturing—demonstrating deep expertise in procuring infrastructure, equipment, and subsistence systems tailored to military living standards. He brings specialized knowledge in facility modernization, food service logistics, and equipment procurement for training and readiness environments.