Scott Follen

Scott Follen serves as a key procurement lead within the U.S. Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA), supporting the acquisition of specialized textile-based components for ground combat systems and integrated ordnance platforms. His role centers on executing contract actions that enable the fielding of survivable, technologically advanced military equipment, with a focus on mission-critical materials used in armor integration, ballistic protection, and tactical gear systems. He operates within the Army’s rapid prototyping and modernization framework, ensuring timely delivery of compliant, high-performance textile products that meet stringent military specifications for durability, weight reduction, and environmental resilience. Follen maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of industry partners, including BAE SYSTEMS LAND & ARMAMENTS L.P., MURTECH, INC., and BAY SHIP & YACHT CO, among others. These contractors are primarily engaged as niche suppliers of advanced textile solutions, often providing custom-engineered fabrics, woven composites, and specialized fiber systems tailored for military applications. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, technical alignment, and performance-based delivery, fostering partnerships with firms possessing deep domain expertise in defense-grade material science. His procurement strategy is uniformly dedicated to small business participation, with 100% of his contract actions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate commitment to empowering small, innovative firms capable of delivering specialized textile solutions that larger contractors may not efficiently produce. He actively cultivates relationships with small businesses holding relevant certifications, ensuring broad access to defense contracting opportunities. Follen’s primary technical focus lies in NAICS 314999 — All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills — where he procures advanced, non-traditional textile products including ballistic-resistant weaves, moisture-wicking tactical linings, and integrated sensor-compatible fabrics. His expertise centers on the intersection of materials engineering and soldier system integration, ensuring that textile components meet Army standards for performance under extreme operational conditions.