Allison N. Harbit

Allison N. Harbit serves as a key procurement professional within the W7M8 Uspfo Activity Iaang 185, a Department of the Army unit dedicated to enhancing operational readiness through the acquisition of mission-critical protective equipment and security infrastructure. She manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on personal protective gear—including combat helmets, body armor, and intrusion detection systems—as well as integrated surveillance, environmental control, and facility maintenance services. Her work directly supports the readiness and safety of military personnel by ensuring timely delivery of high-performance, standards-compliant equipment and services under strict defense acquisition regulations. Harbit maintains strong, recurring relationships with core contractors such as Advantor Systems Corporation, Derint Enterprises, Blue Heron Tactical Supply LLC, and Expotech U.S.A., Inc., all of which specialize in tactical gear, security systems, and specialized maintenance solutions. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and technical compliance, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in reliability, quality assurance, and rapid response capabilities essential to field operations. A staunch advocate for small business participation, Harbit consistently prioritizes socioeconomic set-asides, with 85.3% of her acquisitions designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small, disadvantaged, and service-disabled veteran-owned firms, aligning with Department of Defense mandates to promote equitable access to defense contracting. Her procurement focus centers on NAICS categories including 561621 (Security Systems Services), 339920 (Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing), and 334290 (Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing), reflecting expertise in tactical equipment, protective apparel, and secure communication infrastructure. She demonstrates deep technical familiarity with MIL-STD compliance, ballistic protection standards, and integrated surveillance systems, ensuring all acquisitions meet rigorous military operational requirements.