Charlie E.Gram

Charlie E. Gram serves as a Procurement Contracting Officer (PCO) at the W4GG Hq US Army Tacom, where he plays a pivotal role in managing the lifecycle acquisition and sustainment of ground combat and support vehicle systems. Responsible for executing full-cycle contracting actions, he ensures the timely delivery of mission-critical armored vehicle components, tactical wheeled platforms, and associated engineering services aligned with the Department of Defense’s modernization priorities. His portfolio centers on complex, technical acquisitions requiring deep integration of engineering, logistics, and manufacturing capabilities to maintain operational readiness and technological superiority across the Army’s armored fleet. Charlie maintains long-standing partnerships with key defense contractors including Schutt Industries, ONTIC Engineering & Manufacturing, A&M Aerostuctures, and Bowhead Avionics Manufacturing, all of whom provide specialized manufacturing, avionics integration, and structural components for armored vehicle platforms. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical compliance, and supply chain resilience, often engaging vendors with proven expertise in military-grade fabrication and systems integration. These relationships are characterized by consistent, repeat engagement driven by technical specificity and mission-critical delivery timelines. Charlie’s contracting activity is entirely non-set-aside, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. While he does not prioritize socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, his focus remains on securing the highest technical capability and mission assurance, reflecting the urgency and precision required in armored vehicle sustainment. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336992 (Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing), accounting for 75% of his portfolio, alongside NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services) for design, analysis, and technical support. He specializes in procuring survivability-enhanced armor systems, powertrain components, mobility subsystems, and integrated electronics for tactical ground platforms, demonstrating deep domain expertise in defense vehicle engineering and production.