Jarrod Bahr

Jarrod Bahr serves as a key procurement professional at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (N00164), where he supports the acquisition of advanced electronic, electro-optical, and ordnance systems critical to naval warfare readiness. He manages complex contracting actions for mission-critical technologies including signal processing, radar detection, electronic warfare suites, and precision guidance systems, ensuring alignment with the Department of the Navy’s strategic modernization goals. His work directly enables the sustainment and enhancement of expeditionary and surface force capabilities through timely, compliant, and technically rigorous contract execution. Bahr maintains established relationships with leading defense contractors including Lockheed Martin Corporation, Programs Management Analytics & Technologies Inc., and Black Hills Ammunition Inc., partnering with firms capable of delivering high-assurance electronics, munitions, and specialized infrastructure. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established industry partners with proven expertise in defense-grade engineering and systems integration, often involving technical specifications requiring rigorous compliance with MIL-STD and DoD cybersecurity standards. These partnerships are typically long-term, performance-based, and grounded in technical evaluation rather than price-only competition. Bahr’s procurement portfolio exhibits no set-aside preferences, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic focus on technical capability and mission urgency over socioeconomic classifications, prioritizing performance, scalability, and system interoperability above small business set-asides. While small business participation is not formally targeted, vendors of all sizes are evaluated on technical merit and past performance. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334511, encompassing search, detection, and navigation systems, with additional emphasis on radio and communications equipment (334220), electrical components (335999), and specialized manufacturing for ordnance and protective coatings. His domain expertise centers on mission-critical defense electronics, signal intelligence platforms, and ruggedized hardware systems designed for extreme operational environments.