La Quita Mox

LaQuita L. Mox serves as a Contracting Officer within the W6QK Acc-rsa under the Department of the Army, where she plays a pivotal role in securing mission-critical aerospace and defense capabilities. She manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions for advanced aerial and missile defense systems, including procurement of avionics, propulsion components, sensor integration, and technical support services for platforms such as the UH-60 and AH-64 Apache. Her work directly supports the agency’s mission to modernize and sustain the Army’s air defense infrastructure, ensuring operational readiness through compliant, timely, and technically sound contracting actions. While specific contractor names are not currently available, Mox engages with a broad spectrum of defense contractors and technical service providers specializing in aerospace engineering, systems integration, and mission support. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for performance-based, outcome-driven solicitations that emphasize technical innovation, reliability, and lifecycle support. She routinely collaborates with prime contractors and subcontractors possessing relevant ITAR and DFARS compliance, fostering partnerships that align with Army modernization timelines and security requirements. Mox’s contracting portfolio is entirely non-set-aside, with 100% of her awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic focus on accessing the broadest possible pool of qualified vendors capable of meeting the high technical demands of Army aerospace programs, rather than prioritizing socioeconomic set-asides. Her approach emphasizes capability over certification, ensuring mission success through rigorous source selection criteria. Her primary NAICS focus areas include 541712 for research and development in physical and engineering sciences, 488190 for air transportation support services, and 812320 for drycleaning and laundry services—an unusual but likely administrative or facility-related classification within the broader portfolio. Her expertise lies in procuring advanced technical services and sustainment solutions for complex military aviation systems, demonstrating deep familiarity with defense acquisition regulations and aerospace engineering requirements.