Kimberly A. Nelson

Kimberly Nelson serves as a Contract Specialist at W4GG Hq US Army Tacom, where she plays a critical role in executing the lifecycle acquisition and sustainment of ground combat and support vehicle systems. Responsible for managing complex procurement actions under the Department of Defense’s acquisition framework, she ensures compliance with FAR and DFARS requirements while supporting the modernization of armored platforms, tactical wheeled vehicles, and associated ordnance systems. Her work spans engineering services, avionics integration, and structural manufacturing, aligning with TACOM’s mission to enhance vehicle survivability, mobility, and power efficiency through timely and technically sound contracting solutions. Kimberly maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including Schutt Industries, ONTIC Engineering & Manufacturing, A&M Aerostuctures, and Bowhead Avionics Manufacturing, LLC. These partnerships reflect a focus on specialized defense suppliers with proven capabilities in vehicle component fabrication, avionics integration, and advanced materials. Her contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, technical alignment, and performance-based outcomes, ensuring contractors deliver mission-critical systems that meet rigorous military standards. Her procurement patterns show a strong preference for open competition, with 83.3% of awards issued without set-asides, reflecting the technical complexity and limited supplier base for specialized defense systems. However, she actively supports small business participation, with 16.7% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both mission readiness and socioeconomic contracting goals. Kimberly’s primary NAICS focus areas include 541330 (Engineering Services) and 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), underscoring her expertise in technical systems integration, structural design, and vehicle platform sustainment. She routinely procures advanced engineering services, armored component manufacturing, and specialized avionics systems, positioning her at the intersection of defense engineering and logistics modernization within the Army’s ground vehicle enterprise.