Anthony J. Laudano

Anthony J. Laudano serves as a key procurement lead within U.S. Transportation Command (USTransCom), supporting the agency’s global mobility mission through the acquisition of critical inland water freight transportation services. Responsible for managing complex logistics contracts, he ensures the timely and efficient movement of military personnel, equipment, and sustainment supplies via inland waterways, aligning with DoD expeditionary logistics objectives. His acquisitions focus on contract vehicles that enable port and terminal operations, barge chartering, and specialized waterborne transport solutions essential for theater access and force projection. He operates within a high-tempo operational environment where reliability, scalability, and rapid deployment capability are paramount. Laudano maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of specialized maritime and aviation logistics providers, including UNCOMN LLC, PHOENIX AIR GROUP, INC., RAMPART AVIATION, LLC, FANCIULLI EGISTO S.R.L., and MOUNTAIN AVIATION, LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in expeditionary transport, heavy-lift capabilities, and multi-modal integration. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, strict compliance with military transport standards, and operational readiness, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in mission-critical reliability rather than transactional engagement. Laudano’s procurement portfolio reflects a strict no-set-aside policy, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This indicates a deliberate focus on sourcing the most capable and operationally qualified vendors regardless of socioeconomic status, prioritizing mission effectiveness and operational continuity over socioeconomic preferences. While small business participation is not formally incentivized through set-asides, vendors of all sizes must meet stringent technical and logistical benchmarks to qualify for award. His primary procurement focus is centered on NAICS 483211 (Inland Water Freight Transportation), encompassing the chartering of tugboats, barges, and specialized watercraft for military cargo movement across domestic and international inland waterways. He specializes in acquiring services that support port unloading, riverine logistics, and intermodal transfer operations, demonstrating deep technical expertise in maritime supply chain resilience and military logistics integration.