Frederick Gerring

Frederick Gerring serves as a Contract Specialist at the U.S. Army TACOM Headquarters, where he plays a critical role in managing the acquisition lifecycle for ground combat and support vehicle systems. Responsible for executing full-spectrum contracting actions, he ensures timely and compliant procurement of armored vehicle components, tactical wheeled platforms, and associated ordnance systems aligned with the Army’s modernization and sustainment priorities. His work directly supports operational readiness by facilitating the delivery of mission-critical defense capabilities through competitive, transparent, and technically sound contracting processes. Gerring maintains consistent procurement relationships with a core group of specialized defense contractors, including Schutt Industries of Clintonville, ONTIC Engineering & Manufacturing, A&M Aerostuctures, and Bowhead Avionics Manufacturing. These partnerships are centered on high-precision manufacturing, avionics integration, and armored structure fabrication, reflecting a preference for vendors with proven expertise in military-grade engineering and quality assurance standards. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, rigorous performance monitoring, and adherence to defense supply chain security protocols. His procurement portfolio is entirely non-set-aside, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition, indicating a focus on technical capability and mission necessity over socioeconomic preferences. While small business participation is not formally prioritized through set-asides, he evaluates all offerors based on technical merit, past performance, and compliance with defense acquisition regulations. Gerring’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336992—Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing—reflecting deep specialization in armored platform systems. He also manages acquisitions under NAICS 531312 and 922160, supporting facility management and fire protection infrastructure for military vehicle maintenance and testing facilities. His domain expertise spans vehicle survivability systems, powertrain integration, and combat vehicle lifecycle sustainment, positioning him as a key technical contracting authority within the Army’s ground systems acquisition enterprise.