SFC Alan J Cooper

SFC Alan J Cooper serves as a key procurement lead within the W7NU USPFO Activity OH ARNG, supporting the operational readiness of Ohio Army National Guard units through the acquisition of critical logistical and garrison support services. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on sustaining daily operations, including subsistence, housing, waste management, and facility infrastructure, ensuring that reserve component personnel have access to safe, functional, and self-sustaining environments. His role is central to the agency’s mission of enabling continuous training and readiness by securing timely, compliant, and mission-aligned services under federal contracting regulations. Cooper maintains consistent partnerships with a core group of contractors including Hovis Construction LLC, Arillic LLC, MIC Industries Inc., and Columbus Corporate Caterers Inc., reflecting a preference for vendors with proven capacity in facility maintenance, food service, and specialized waste handling. His procurement approach emphasizes reliability, local responsiveness, and compliance with federal standards, fostering long-term vendor relationships grounded in performance and regulatory adherence. These contractors are selected for their ability to deliver mission-critical services under dynamic operational conditions. A defining feature of Cooper’s contracting profile is his exclusive use of Total Small Business Set-Aside authorities under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a steadfast commitment to socioeconomic programs that empower small businesses. Every acquisition is structured to maximize participation by small, disadvantaged, and locally based firms, aligning with Army-wide goals to strengthen community-based economic resilience through federal contracting. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 562991 (Septic Tank and Related Services), 321999 (Miscellaneous Wood Product Manufacturing), 721110 (Hotels and Motels), and 562998 (Other Waste Management Services), indicating deep expertise in garrison infrastructure sustainment. He specializes in acquiring services that support sanitation, lodging, waste disposal, and facility upkeep—core enablers of force readiness in non-deployed, garrisoned environments.