Coby Brickner

Coby Brickner serves as a primary procurement lead for the W6QK Acc Wva under the Department of the Army, overseeing critical acquisitions to sustain the readiness and modernization of U.S. Army ordnance systems at Watervliet Arsenal. Responsible for managing the lifecycle of industrial and manufacturing contracts, Brickner specializes in securing precision metal components, machine tool repairs, and specialized chemical products essential to artillery and munitions production. Their role is central to ensuring the continuity of defense industrial base capabilities, with a focus on high-integrity fabrication, maintenance, and repair services that support national security objectives. Brickner maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of qualified contractors, including FinCANTIERI Marine Repair LLC, McKenzie Construction & Site Development LLC, The Blackledge Group, Inc., Dmyles Inc., and RDC JPA Architecture, L.L.L.P. These partnerships reflect a strategic alignment with vendors possessing deep expertise in industrial infrastructure, heavy machinery maintenance, and specialized fabrication. The contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor reliability, technical certification, and proven capacity to meet stringent military specifications for defense-critical components. A strong commitment to small business participation defines Brickner’s contracting patterns, with 66.7% of acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to cultivate a resilient supplier base by prioritizing small, qualified firms capable of delivering specialized manufacturing and construction services. While no set-aside remains a secondary option, the overwhelming preference for small business opportunities underscores a dedication to socioeconomic contracting goals and industrial base diversification. Brickner’s procurement focus centers on NAICS categories including 332112 (Nonferrous Forging), 325998 (Miscellaneous Chemical Product Manufacturing), and 332710 (Machine Shops), reflecting expertise in precision metalworking, ordnance-related chemical processes, and industrial machining. Acquisitions routinely involve high-tolerance components, tooling maintenance, and specialized foundry services critical to the production and sustainment of Army artillery systems, demonstrating deep technical alignment with defense manufacturing domains.