Janalyn H. Dement

Janalyn Dement serves as the primary contracting lead for the W2R2 USA Engineering Research & Development Center under the Department of the Army, overseeing the acquisition of advanced instrumentation, precision measurement systems, and field-deployable sensor technologies critical to battlefield readiness. She manages a diverse portfolio of research and development contracts, ensuring alignment with the agency’s mission to advance military engineering capabilities through applied science and technical testing. Her acquisitions typically involve complex engineering services, analytical laboratory equipment, and specialized calibration systems, requiring deep technical oversight and compliance with federal procurement regulations. Dement maintains strong working relationships with leading research and engineering contractors, including Applied Research Associates, Inc., the University of Maryland, and the Michigan Technology and Research Institute, LLC. These partnerships are primarily centered on collaborative R&D, prototype development, and technical validation of next-generation military sensor systems. She frequently engages academic institutions and specialized technical firms to leverage cutting-edge innovation, fostering long-term collaborations that bridge civilian research capabilities with Army operational requirements. Her procurement patterns reflect a strong emphasis on small business participation, with approximately 36.6% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. HUBZone and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business set-asides are also utilized, albeit at lower frequencies, demonstrating a balanced commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals. While the majority of acquisitions are unrestricted, she actively prioritizes qualified small businesses with relevant technical expertise in advanced instrumentation and field-deployable systems. Dement’s primary NAICS focus areas include analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing, semiconductor device production, and precision measurement device manufacturing, reflecting her specialization in high-accuracy instrumentation and electronic sensing technologies. She procures specialized equipment for materials analysis, environmental monitoring, and battlefield diagnostics, ensuring the Army’s scientific infrastructure remains at the forefront of technological innovation.