Alison Schuman

Alison Schuman serves as a Contract Specialist at W6QM MICC-FDO Fort Hood, a U.S. Army installation support agency under the Department of Defense. In this role, she manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions for mission-critical infrastructure and garrison services, ensuring compliance with FAR and DFARS regulations. Her portfolio centers on facility modernization, utilities maintenance, and installation-wide systems integration, with a focus on construction, electrical, HVAC, and information technology contracts. She plays a pivotal role in aligning acquisition strategies with Fort Hood’s operational readiness objectives, balancing timely delivery with fiscal responsibility and regulatory adherence. Schuman maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including DTESS JV LLC, TLC Solutions, Inc., Gerling & Associates, Inc., Sterling Computers Corporation, and Government Acquisitions Inc. These partnerships reflect a preference for established vendors with proven track records in military garrison support, particularly in facility systems and IT infrastructure. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, robust contract administration, and collaborative vendor engagement to ensure mission continuity and long-term asset sustainability. Her procurement patterns demonstrate a strong commitment to small business participation, with over half of her awards structured as set-asides. Total Small Business Set-Asides (FAR 19.5) account for one-third of her portfolio, complemented by significant allocations to Women-Owned Small Businesses and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. She actively leverages socioeconomic programs to broaden vendor diversity while maintaining high standards of performance and accountability. Schuman’s primary technical focus lies in NAICS 238210 (Electrical Contractors) and 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), each representing a quarter of her acquisitions. She also regularly procures commercial and institutional construction services (236220), electronic computer manufacturing (334111), and software publishing (511210). Her expertise spans integrated facility systems, including power distribution, climate control, and secure IT hardware, reflecting deep familiarity with DoD installation modernization requirements.