Andrew F. Clements

Andrew F. Clements serves as a Research Electrical Engineer at the U.S. Army TACOM Headquarters, where he plays a critical technical role in the acquisition and integration of advanced electrical and electronic systems for ground combat and support vehicles. His work bridges engineering innovation with procurement strategy, ensuring that vehicle modernization efforts—particularly in survivability, mobility, and power systems—are supported by technically sound, mission-critical contracts. He routinely oversees the acquisition of specialized engineering services and maintenance solutions for armored platforms, tactical wheeled vehicles, and associated ordnance systems, aligning procurement decisions with Army modernization priorities and lifecycle sustainment requirements. Clements maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of defense-industrial partners, including Schutt Industries, VAREC NV, ONTIC Engineering & Manufacturing, A&M Aerostuctures, and Bowhead Avionics Manufacturing. These contractors provide specialized expertise in electrical subsystems, avionics integration, structural components, and mission-critical maintenance services. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term technical collaboration, prioritizing vendors with proven capability in military-grade electronics, ruggedized systems, and compliance with Army technical specifications for vehicle platforms. Clements’ contracting activity shows no preference for socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of his acquisitions conducted under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic focus on technical merit and capability rather than socioeconomic criteria, indicating a procurement environment driven by mission necessity and system interoperability requirements. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services) and NAICS 811219 (Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance), underscoring his domain expertise in electrical system design, embedded electronics, vehicle diagnostics, and field-deployable maintenance solutions. He consistently sources high-integrity engineering support and precision maintenance services critical to sustaining the Army’s armored fleet under austere operational conditions.