Amanda Robinson

Amanda Robinson serves as the primary contracting lead for the W6QK Acc Wva under the Department of the Army, overseeing the acquisition of critical industrial and ordnance-related goods and services essential to the readiness of U.S. Army artillery and munitions systems. Based at Watervliet Arsenal, she manages complex procurements spanning precision metal fabrication, machine tool maintenance, and specialized industrial equipment, ensuring alignment with DoD modernization priorities. Her role involves end-to-end contract lifecycle management, from requirement validation through award and performance oversight, with a focus on sustaining mission-critical manufacturing capabilities for high-precision ordnance components. Robinson maintains strategic partnerships with a select group of qualified contractors, including FinCANTIERI Marine Repair LLC for industrial repair services, McKenzie Construction & Site Development LLC for facility and site infrastructure, and RDC JPA Architecture for specialized engineering design. She consistently engages vendors with proven expertise in heavy machining, metallurgical processes, and defense-grade fabrication, fostering long-term relationships built on technical proficiency, compliance with MIL-SPEC standards, and consistent delivery performance. Her contracting approach emphasizes vendor reliability, quality assurance, and supply chain resilience in support of national defense objectives. Her procurement strategy reflects a balanced commitment to small business participation, with nearly half of her acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5, while the remainder remain open to all competitors. This pattern demonstrates a deliberate effort to cultivate a diverse supplier base without compromising technical capability, aligning with Army goals to strengthen the defense industrial base through inclusive contracting practices. Robinson’s portfolio is heavily concentrated in NAICS categories including 332111 (Iron and Steel Forging), 332710 (Machine Shops), and 334519 (Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in precision metalworking, tooling, and industrial control systems. She procures high-integrity components for artillery barrels, munition casings, and automated machining systems, requiring strict adherence to ASME, ASTM, and military specification standards. Her technical domain expertise centers on advanced manufacturing processes critical to sustaining the Army’s legacy and next-generation ordnance systems.