Jason R. Graefen

Jason R. Graefen serves as a Purchasing Agent for the W6QM MICC-JB Lewis-McChord under the Department of the Army, where he plays a critical role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain the operational readiness of Joint Base Lewis-McChord. His responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle procurement of facilities support services, communications infrastructure, and training resources essential to maintaining a secure, compliant, and habitable military environment. Graefen routinely handles complex solicitations under FAR Part 13 and Part 15, balancing urgency with compliance to ensure timely delivery of mission-enabling goods and services while adhering to federal acquisition regulations and environmental sustainability standards. Graefen’s primary contractor relationship is with the Port of Moses Lake, a key partner in logistics and infrastructure support. While the majority of his procurement activity centers on this strategic vendor, he also engages with a broad network of specialized suppliers to meet niche operational needs, fostering collaborative, performance-based vendor partnerships that emphasize reliability and regulatory alignment. His contracting approach prioritizes long-term service continuity and technical compatibility with existing military systems. A strong advocate for socioeconomic inclusion, Graefen consistently structures procurements to maximize small business participation, with 58.3% of his awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. He actively leverages small business programs to enhance competition and innovation, ensuring that diverse vendors have equitable access to Department of the Army contracting opportunities. His procurement focus is heavily concentrated in NAICS 334220 for radio and wireless communications equipment, reflecting a technical specialization in military-grade communications systems, and NAICS 334111 for electronic computer manufacturing, indicating a need for ruggedized computing hardware. He also procures training and educational services under NAICS 611430 and 611699, supporting workforce development and mission-specific instruction, demonstrating a multidisciplinary approach to sustaining both infrastructure and human capital readiness.