Duncan Steward

Duncan Steward serves as the primary contracting lead for the W6QM Micc-ft Drum under the Department of the Army, overseeing the acquisition of specialized sporting, athletic, and industrial goods critical to soldier readiness and force projection. His role centers on managing full lifecycle procurements for mission-critical equipment used in training, field sustainment, and operational logistics. He handles complex solicitations under FAR Part 15, with a focus on performance-based requirements for durable, high-performance gear that enhances physical readiness and logistical efficiency across Army units. Steward maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of specialized contractors, including VPB LLC, LEGACY MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS LLC, AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, LARC INDUSTRIES INC, and MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in manufacturing ruggedized athletic equipment, industrial infrastructure, and small arms-related components. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, technical alignment, and reliable delivery of mission-essential products under tight operational timelines. A defining feature of Steward’s procurement strategy is his strong commitment to small business participation, with 90% of his acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate effort to foster economic opportunity among qualified small manufacturers and service providers, ensuring that socioeconomic goals align with operational needs. He rarely utilizes no-set-aside procurements, demonstrating a consistent preference for small business engagement across all contract types. His technical focus lies predominantly in NAICS 339920 (Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing), where he procures training aids, protective gear, and field equipment, supplemented by significant activity in small arms ammunition (332992) and ordnance accessories (332994). His domain expertise spans the design, testing, and field deployment of militarily certified athletic and industrial products, ensuring compliance with Army technical specifications and durability standards under austere conditions.