Willie D. Richardson

Mr. Willie D. Richardson serves as a key contracting professional within the W6QM Micc-ft Benning, a critical installation support unit under the Department of the Army. He oversees the acquisition of infrastructure, environmental, and operational services essential to sustaining military readiness at Fort Benning. His portfolio centers on facility integrity, logistical support, and installation resiliency, managing contracts for construction, environmental consulting, and grounds maintenance. Richardson ensures that procurement activities align with Army garrison mission requirements, emphasizing timely delivery of mission-enabling services while adhering to federal acquisition regulations and sustainability standards. His contractor relationships are primarily with small businesses, particularly those certified under socioeconomic programs, reflecting a strong preference for competitive set-asides. He routinely engages with 8(a) firms, Women-Owned Small Businesses, and other small business concerns, fostering long-term partnerships built on compliance, performance, and mission alignment. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, his pattern indicates a deliberate strategy to cultivate a diverse supplier base capable of delivering specialized services across multiple domains, including hazardous waste management and institutional construction. Richardson demonstrates a pronounced commitment to small business participation, with 80% of his acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. An additional 10% are reserved for 8(a) competed contracts, and another 10% target Women-Owned Small Businesses, reflecting a robust socioeconomic contracting strategy. He actively prioritizes inclusion of disadvantaged and underserved business categories, ensuring equitable access to federal opportunities while enhancing competition and innovation. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), followed by environmental consulting (541620) and landscaping (561730). He also manages contracts for solid waste collection and industrial gas manufacturing, indicating expertise in both physical infrastructure and operational support services. Richardson’s technical domain spans facility modernization, environmental compliance, and installation sustainment, making him a pivotal figure in maintaining the Army’s training and garrison readiness posture.