Jacob S. Serra

Jacob S. Serra serves as a Contract Specialist at W4GG Hq US Army Tacom, where he plays a critical role in executing complex acquisition strategies for ground combat and support vehicle systems. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions—from requirements validation to contract award and administration—he ensures alignment with Department of Defense acquisition regulations and Tacom’s mission to sustain and modernize armored and tactical wheeled platforms. His portfolio primarily encompasses technical acquisitions in military vehicle manufacturing, electronic component integration, and engineering research and development, requiring deep familiarity with defense-specific standards and supply chain logistics. Serra maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of specialized defense contractors, including Schutt Industries of Clintonville, Wis., Inc., ONTIC ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING, INC., A&M AEROSTRUCTURES, INC., and BOWHEAD AVIONICS MANUFACTURING, LLC. These partnerships reflect a focus on high-precision manufacturing of armored vehicle components, avionics systems, and structural assemblies. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, technical compliance, and performance-based outcomes, often involving technical evaluations and source selection processes for mission-critical hardware and integrated systems. Serra’s procurement activity is entirely non-set-aside, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic emphasis on technical capability and mission readiness over socioeconomic preferences, aligning with Tacom’s priority to access the most capable industrial base for armored vehicle sustainment. While small business participation is not formally incentivized in his portfolio, his process remains transparent and compliant with all federal acquisition regulations. His primary NAICS focus areas include Military Armored Vehicle and Tank Component Manufacturing, Research and Development in Physical and Engineering Sciences, and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing. He routinely procures advanced armor systems, tactical vehicle electronics, powertrain components, and engineering support services critical to enhancing vehicle survivability, mobility, and electronic integration across the Army’s ground fleet.