Kyle J. Plutschuck

Kyle J. Plutschuck serves as a Contract Specialist at W4GG Hq US Army Tacom, responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle of ground combat and support vehicle systems under the Department of Defense. He executes complex procurement actions for armored vehicles, tactical wheeled platforms, and associated ordnance systems, ensuring alignment with lifecycle sustainment and modernization objectives. His work directly supports the Army’s mission to maintain technological superiority and operational readiness through integrated acquisition, engineering, and logistics support. Plutschuck specializes in full-spectrum contracting for high-priority defense systems, including design, manufacturing, and integration of mission-critical components. Plutschuck maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including Schutt Industries of Clintonville, ONTIC Engineering & Manufacturing, A&M Aerostuctures, and Bowhead Avionics Manufacturing. These partnerships center on the production of specialized vehicle components, avionics integration, and structural systems critical to survivability and mobility. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, technical compliance, and performance-based contract management, fostering reliable supply chain resilience for high-risk, low-volume defense hardware. His contracting patterns reflect a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with approximately one-third of awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 and over 11% awarded through 8(a) competed contracts. While the majority of acquisitions remain open to all competitors, his consistent use of small business set-asides demonstrates a deliberate effort to expand participation among disadvantaged and veteran-owned firms within the defense industrial base. Plutschuck’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336112 (Light Duty Truck Manufacturing), which accounts for two-thirds of his portfolio, followed by heavy-duty truck manufacturing and other motor vehicle parts manufacturing. He specializes in acquiring armored chassis systems, vehicle electronics, survivability enhancements, and integrated powertrain components, demonstrating deep technical expertise in ground vehicle systems and their supporting supply chains.