Robert Rix

Robert C. Rix serves as a Sales and Marketing Specialist within DLA Disposition Services – Ebs (SP4500), supporting the Defense Logistics Agency’s mission to ensure the safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible disposition of hazardous and nonhazardous Department of Defense waste streams. In this role, Rix facilitates the identification and engagement of qualified vendors capable of delivering specialized waste treatment, transportation, and recycling services across global DoD installations. He plays a critical part in aligning procurement strategies with regulatory frameworks such as RCRA and CERCLA, ensuring acquisitions meet stringent environmental and operational standards. His responsibilities include market research, contractor outreach, and supporting contract execution for mission-critical waste management solutions. Rix maintains consistent working relationships with leading environmental service providers including Boh Environmental, L.L.C., TradeBe Environmental Services, LLC, and Industrial Waste Utilization, Inc., among others. These partnerships reflect a preference for experienced, full-service contractors capable of handling complex waste streams, including chemical, biological, and mixed hazardous materials. His engagement model emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, technical compliance validation, and performance-based service delivery across multiple theater operations. His procurement patterns show a strong preference for open competition, with 86.7% of acquisitions issued without set-aside restrictions, reflecting the specialized nature and limited vendor base for hazardous waste services. However, he actively supports small business participation through Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced approach that prioritizes capability while fostering socioeconomic inclusion. Rix’s primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 562211 (Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal) and 423930 (Recyclable Material Merchant Wholesalers), underscoring his expertise in managing end-to-end waste lifecycle services—from collection and treatment to recycling and final disposal. His technical domain knowledge includes incineration, stabilization, land disposal, and material recovery processes, ensuring acquisitions align with DoD’s environmental stewardship objectives.