Roger F. Hartzell

Roger F. Hartzell serves as a Contracting Officer for FA4417 1 Socons within the Department of the Air Force, responsible for managing the acquisition of mission-critical communications, defense infrastructure, and aeronautical systems essential to sustaining and modernizing airpower capabilities. He oversees the full lifecycle of contracts for advanced radio and wireless equipment, navigation systems, and integrated base defense technologies, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and operational readiness requirements. His portfolio emphasizes secure, resilient, and technologically advanced solutions that support expeditionary and garrisoned air operations across diverse operational environments. Hartzell maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including AANTILIA LLC, MARRERO, COUVILLON & ASSOCIATES, L.L.C., MATTHES PARKER LLC, L1 ENTERPRISES INCORPORATED, and WALCO ENTERPRISES INC. These partnerships reflect a preference for experienced vendors capable of delivering specialized engineering, construction, and technical support services under stringent security and performance standards. His procurement approach prioritizes performance-based contracting and clear statement of work development, fostering long-term vendor collaboration while maintaining rigorous oversight and accountability. His contracting patterns reflect a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with 60% of awards issued under no set-aside, while 20% are competed under the 8(a) program and another 20% under total small business set-asides per FAR 19.5. This demonstrates a deliberate strategy to integrate qualified small businesses into high-impact contracts without compromising mission requirements, aligning with Air Force initiatives to broaden the industrial base and promote equitable opportunity. Hartzell’s primary NAICS focus spans 333415 for environmental control systems, 236220 for commercial and institutional construction, 327991 for cut stone and stone products, and 238320 for painting and wall covering contractors. These categories indicate a strong emphasis on facility modernization, infrastructure resilience, and mission-enabling construction services. His technical expertise lies in integrating physical infrastructure with operational systems, ensuring that built environments support the secure, reliable, and durable foundation required for Air Force mission success.