Larry Owens

Larry Owens supports the W6QK Acc-ri under the Department of the Army in managing critical procurement activities essential to sustaining and modernizing the U.S. Army’s industrial base for ordnance, precision components, and battlefield support systems. He oversees the acquisition of fabricated metal products, machine tools, maintenance services, and engineered systems that ensure the lifecycle readiness of weapons platforms and ammunition production infrastructure. His role involves end-to-end contract execution—from market research and solicitation to award and performance monitoring—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and alignment with the Army’s strategic modernization goals. Owens maintains consistent working relationships with key industrial partners including AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, FAXON MACHINING, LLC, PALANTIR USG INC, and Allied Metal Tech, LLC, who deliver specialized machining, defense-grade fabrication, and mission-critical software integration services. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established Tier 1 vendors with proven capabilities in high-integrity manufacturing and maintenance, while maintaining a diversified supplier base to mitigate supply chain risk. He fosters long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical reliability and performance accountability. His procurement portfolio exhibits a strong orientation toward open competition, with 73.3% of awards issued without set-aside designation. Nevertheless, he actively supports small business participation, with 22.2% of awards allocated under Total Small Business Set-Asides and 4.4% under 8(a) competed contracts, demonstrating a balanced approach to efficiency and socioeconomic objectives. Owens’ primary NAICS focus areas include 332410 (Power Boiler and Heat Exchanger Manufacturing), 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery Repair), 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), and 238160 (Roofing Contractors), reflecting the agency’s need for integrated facility and mechanical systems support alongside precision manufacturing. He also procures engineering services under 541330 to support system integration and lifecycle sustainment, underscoring his technical expertise in industrial infrastructure and defense logistics.