Troy Kenning

Captain Troy Kenning serves as a contracting officer responsible for managing acquisition programs within the Department of Defense’s education and support services portfolio. In this role, he executes full lifecycle procurement activities, from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-critical requirements. His portfolio centers on training, workforce development, and operational support services, aligning with national priorities in defense readiness and personnel capability enhancement. Captain Kenning routinely handles complex, performance-based contracts requiring rigorous evaluation of technical proposals and cost realism, often coordinating with cross-functional teams to meet urgent operational needs. Captain Kenning maintains a broad network of vendors offering technical training, curriculum development, and administrative support services. While no single contractor dominates his award profile, he engages a diverse pool of firms—ranging from established defense contractors to niche educational service providers—emphasizing competitive bidding and value-based selection. His contracting approach prioritizes transparency, fairness, and performance outcomes, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in accountability and quality delivery. Captain Kenning’s procurement pattern reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of his awards issued under the “No Set-Aside” category. This indicates a deliberate focus on maximizing market participation and leveraging the full spectrum of qualified vendors rather than targeting specific socioeconomic categories. His approach supports efficiency and scalability while maintaining compliance with statutory requirements for fair and open competition. His primary NAICS focus lies in 611519 (Other Technical and Trade Schools) and 561990 (All Other Support Services), underscoring his specialization in non-degree technical training, workforce upskilling, and mission-critical administrative support. He procures services including instructor-led instruction, simulation-based training systems, logistics coordination, and operational readiness support, demonstrating deep expertise in defense-aligned education and service delivery ecosystems.