Stephen Ockenhouse

Stephen Ockenhouse serves as a primary contracting professional within the Defense Logistics Agency (97AS), where he plays a pivotal role in securing mission-critical logistical supplies to sustain U.S. military readiness. He manages the acquisition of specialized industrial products including paints, coatings, adhesives, and precision-engineered hardware essential for weapon systems, energy storage, and field medical equipment. His work directly supports the DLA’s core mission of ensuring uninterrupted operational capability across all branches of the Department of Defense, with a focus on high-reliability, defense-grade materials that meet stringent military specifications. Ockenhouse handles full lifecycle procurements from solicitation through contract award and administration, prioritizing technical compliance and supply chain resilience. He maintains established relationships with key contractors including AMERISOURCEBERGEN DRUG CORP, ATLANTIC DIVING SUPPLY, INC., OKINAWA IDEMITSU K.K., THE BOEING COMPANY, and W S DARLEY & CO, reflecting a preference for experienced, large-scale industrial suppliers with proven track records in defense logistics. These partnerships are characterized by long-term, performance-based contracts requiring rigorous quality assurance and just-in-time delivery capabilities. Ockenhouse consistently engages vendors capable of meeting MIL-SPEC requirements and global supply chain demands, particularly for hardened, mission-critical components. Ockenhouse’s procurement activity reflects a 100% non-set-aside approach, with no use of 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or other socioeconomic programs. His contracting patterns prioritize technical capability and supply chain reliability over socioeconomic preferences, aligning with DLA’s operational imperatives for rapid, large-scale logistics support. His primary focus lies in NAICS 325510 (Paint and Coating Manufacturing) and 325520 (Adhesive Manufacturing), where he procures high-performance, corrosion-resistant coatings and structural adhesives for use in aerospace, ordnance, and naval systems. He also engages industrial machinery wholesalers (NAICS 423830) to source specialized equipment for maintenance and repair operations. His expertise centers on chemical and materials procurement for defense applications, requiring deep familiarity with military standards such as MIL-PRF-23236 and MIL-A-8625.