Amber M. Kilgard

Amber M. Kilgard serves as a Contract Specialist within the W4MM USA Joint Munitions Command, where she plays a critical role in executing the lifecycle acquisition of conventional ammunition and explosives to sustain Army operational readiness. Responsible for full-cycle contract management—from solicitation and evaluation to award and administration—Kilgard ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while aligning acquisitions with the Command’s strategic objectives of modernizing warfighting capabilities and enhancing supply chain resilience. Her portfolio primarily encompasses facilities support services essential to the safe storage, handling, maintenance, and demilitarization of munitions infrastructure, requiring deep familiarity with defense-specific safety protocols and regulatory frameworks. Kilgard collaborates with a broad spectrum of federal contractors specializing in installation operations, logistics support, and hazardous materials management. While no single contractor dominates her award profile, she consistently engages with firms possessing expertise in military range maintenance, explosive ordnance disposal support, and secure facility operations. Her working relationships are characterized by a focus on performance-based outcomes, rigorous contractor oversight, and adherence to Department of Defense acquisition standards, ensuring mission-critical services are delivered with precision and accountability. Kilgard’s contracting activity reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of her acquisitions conducted without set-aside designations. This approach prioritizes broad market access and competitive pricing, consistent with the Joint Munitions Command’s need for scalable, high-capacity support services. While small business participation is not formally mandated in her portfolio, she remains attentive to socioeconomic opportunities where they align with mission requirements and regulatory flexibility. Her primary procurement focus is on NAICS 561210 (Facilities Support Services), encompassing maintenance of ammunition storage facilities, security operations, environmental compliance, and infrastructure support for munitions production and demilitarization sites. Kilgard’s technical expertise lies in the intersection of defense logistics, hazardous material handling, and facility operations, making her a key steward of the Army’s enduring munitions enterprise.