Jeremy Carter Potthast

Jeremy Potthast serves as a Contract Specialist within the Defense Information Systems Agency’s Disa/ditco Europe office, where he manages the acquisition of critical communications infrastructure and support services essential to U.S. military operations across Europe and Southwest Asia. His role centers on procuring secure, high-capacity telecommunications solutions and related technical services that enable resilient, low-latency data transport for theater-level command and control. He handles complex, mission-critical contracts under FAR and DFARS frameworks, often involving commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) technologies, encrypted transmission systems, and managed network services to sustain global defense communications networks. Potthast maintains established relationships with a diverse set of global contractors, including L1 Enterprises Incorporated, British Telecommunications Public Limited Company, Vodafone Enterprise Germany GmbH, Liberty Communications, Inc., and QualityNet General Trading and Contracting Company WLL. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in secure telecom provisioning, satellite and fiber-based connectivity, and theater-specific logistics support. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, rigorous compliance with cybersecurity standards, and long-term service-level agreement (SLA) accountability. His procurement portfolio reflects no set-aside preferences, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. While small business participation is not formally prioritized through socioeconomic programs, his acquisitions consistently align with technical capability and mission readiness over socioeconomic criteria. Potthast’s primary NAICS focus includes 561612 (Security Guards and Patrol Services), 334310 (Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing), 337211 (Wood Office Furniture Manufacturing), and 541519 (Other Computer Related Services). This reflects a broad operational need spanning physical security support, specialized AV equipment for command centers, office infrastructure, and integrated IT services—including network monitoring, cybersecurity support, and systems integration—critical to sustaining DISA’s global mission architecture.