Jara N. Tartt

Jara N. Tartt serves as a Contracting Specialist within the W074 Endist Savannah under the Department of the Army, responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle for civil engineering and infrastructure modernization projects critical to Army operational readiness. She executes full-spectrum contracting actions for construction, renovation, and environmental remediation efforts, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and mission-aligned outcomes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses facility upgrades, utility system enhancements, and environmental compliance initiatives that support the sustained functionality of Army installations nationwide. Tartt maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of experienced joint ventures and specialty contractors, including BLAIR REMY MERRICK MP JOINT VENTURE, LLC, GURRI MATUTE CROMWELL JV LLC, GMHILL BAKER JV, LLC, SHERLOCK, SMITH & ADAMS INC., and ZAPATA GROUP, INC. These partnerships reflect a preference for established entities with proven expertise in complex construction and infrastructure delivery, often involving multi-disciplinary teams capable of executing integrated civil works and environmental restoration services under tight operational timelines. Her procurement strategy demonstrates balanced support for small business participation, with nearly equal allocation between total small business set-asides and non-set-aside acquisitions, alongside a notable emphasis on Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides. This pattern underscores a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals, fostering opportunities for veteran-owned firms while maintaining competitive rigor across the acquisition spectrum. Tartt’s technical focus centers on NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), with significant activity in NAICS 721211 (RV Parks and Campgrounds), reflecting infrastructure support for military family and transient housing, and NAICS 237130 (Power and Communication Line Construction), indicating expertise in utility modernization. Her domain expertise spans building systems, environmental compliance, and mission-critical infrastructure, ensuring acquisitions align with Army engineering standards and sustainability mandates.