Jan A. Forman

Jan A. Forman serves as a Contract Specialist within the W6QK Acc-orlando office of the Department of the Army, where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex acquisitions that support the modernization of military training systems and defense technology integration. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of contract management—from requirements development and market research to solicitation, evaluation, award, and closeout—for technical services critical to live-fire simulation, mission command systems, and aviation/artillery training infrastructure. Forman’s portfolio is heavily focused on engineering, research, and educational support services that enhance operational readiness through innovation in defense education and advanced training platforms. She maintains consistent working relationships with key industry partners including TORCH RESEARCH, LLC, AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY INTERNATIONAL, and FIDELITY TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION. These vendors are frequently engaged for their expertise in systems integration, simulation modeling, and technical training solutions, reflecting Forman’s preference for established contractors with proven capabilities in defense-specific R&D and mission-critical support services. Her procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and rigorous technical evaluation to ensure alignment with Army modernization objectives. Forman’s contracting patterns show a strong preference for open competition, with 83.3% of awards issued without set-asides, while maintaining a meaningful commitment to small business participation through Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, accounting for 16.7% of her portfolio. She does not routinely utilize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, indicating a focus on capability-driven sourcing rather than socioeconomic preferences. Her primary NAICS focus areas are 333249 (Other Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing) and 611710 (Educational Support Services), reflecting her specialization in procuring advanced training equipment, simulation hardware, and technical instruction services. Forman’s expertise lies at the intersection of defense engineering and workforce development, ensuring that training systems remain technologically current and operationally effective.