Trapper J. Ballard

Mr. Trapper J. Ballard serves as a procurement lead within the W076 Endist Little Rock office of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, overseeing contracts that sustain critical infrastructure and environmental services at federal water resource and recreation sites across Arkansas. His role centers on managing acquisitions for landscaping, janitorial operations, waste management, and light construction projects essential to public access and facility maintenance. He executes solicitations under FAR Part 13 and Part 14 procedures, ensuring compliance with federal environmental and operational standards while aligning procurements with the agency’s mission to preserve and enhance public use of Army-managed lakes and reservoirs. Mr. Ballard maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including Pegasus Support Services LLC, BL Harbert International LLC, RLC LLC, Boh Environmental, L.L.C., and Endeavor Initial Outfitting, LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for firms with demonstrated expertise in civil infrastructure support, environmental remediation, and institutional facility services. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, requiring contractors to meet stringent operational benchmarks and environmental compliance protocols. His procurement portfolio exhibits a strong orientation toward open competition, with 78.6% of awards issued without set-asides, while 21.4% are structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This balance reflects a strategic commitment to fostering small business participation without compromising operational readiness or service continuity. He actively leverages small business capabilities where scope and scale permit, prioritizing socioeconomic programs aligned with Army sustainability goals. Mr. Ballard’s primary NAICS focus includes 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction) and 337127 (Institutional Furniture Manufacturing), indicating deep expertise in site infrastructure upgrades and facility furnishings. He also procures specialized services in environmental engineering and general government support, demonstrating technical proficiency across civil works, facility operations, and resource conservation domains. His acquisitions consistently support the Army’s broader mission of stewardship and public service.