Barbara L. Wesselmann

Barbara L. Wesselmann serves as a Contract Specialist at U.S. Transportation Command (USTransCom), where she plays a pivotal role in executing the agency’s global mobility mission through the acquisition of critical logistics and technology solutions. She manages complex procurements spanning expeditionary logistics, port operations, and rapid deployment systems, ensuring alignment with Department of Defense mobility requirements. Her work directly supports theater access and sustainment by securing services and equipment essential to air, sea, land, and rail transport operations. Wesselmann specializes in full lifecycle contract management, from market research and solicitation development to award and administration, with a focus on mission-critical, time-sensitive acquisitions. Wesselmann maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of specialized contractors, including UNCOMN LLC, PHOENIX AIR GROUP, INC., RAMPART AVIATION, LLC, FANCIULLI EGISTO S.R.L., and MOUNTAIN AVIATION, LLC. These partnerships reflect her focus on aviation support, expeditionary logistics, and specialized transportation services. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and risk mitigation, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in compliance, transparency, and mission alignment. She frequently engages contractors with proven expertise in military logistics environments and international operational support. Wesselmann demonstrates a balanced and intentional commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with equal distribution across Total Small Business Set-Asides, 8(a) competed awards, and non-set-aside procurements. This approach ensures competitive fairness while actively promoting small business participation across diverse socioeconomic categories. Her pattern of awarding to 8(a) firms, small businesses, and open competitions reflects a strategic effort to broaden vendor participation without compromising mission readiness or acquisition efficiency. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), and 334111 (Electronic Computer Manufacturing), indicating deep expertise in IT modernization, mission-critical software development, and specialized electronic systems for transportation and logistics. She consistently acquires custom software solutions, embedded systems, and data integration platforms that enhance command and control, asset tracking, and operational visibility across global mobility networks.