Greg Metty

Greg Metty serves as a key procurement lead within U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), overseeing mission-critical acquisitions that directly support the readiness and operational capability of elite special operations forces. His responsibilities center on securing advanced small arms ammunition and related munitions systems that meet the stringent performance, reliability, and interoperability standards required for high-stakes global missions. He plays a pivotal role in translating USSOCOM’s tactical requirements into precise contract actions, ensuring that the force is equipped with next-generation ordnance that enhances lethality, precision, and logistical sustainability in austere environments. Metty maintains a focused working relationship with Shaver Foods LLC, the primary contractor supporting USSOCOM’s ammunition procurement needs. While this partnership is singular in prominence, it reflects a deliberate strategy to leverage specialized industrial capacity with proven expertise in military-grade small arms ammunition manufacturing. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, strict compliance with military specifications, and vendor accountability for quality assurance and just-in-time delivery under dynamic operational demands. His procurement portfolio exhibits a strong preference for total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, with one-third of awards reserved for small businesses—demonstrating a deliberate commitment to expanding the defense industrial base and fostering innovation among niche manufacturers. While the majority of contracts are unrestricted, the consistent use of small business set-asides underscores his alignment with DoD socioeconomic goals and his active role in cultivating capable, certified vendors within the ordnance supply chain. Metty’s technical domain is exclusively focused on NAICS 332992—Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing—reflecting deep specialization in the procurement of rifle, pistol, and machine gun cartridges, as well as associated components like primers, propellants, and case materials. His expertise lies in evaluating technical data packages, ballistic performance metrics, and environmental durability standards critical to special operations missions, ensuring that every round meets the unforgiving demands of combat environments.