Latara M. Larsosa

LaTara Larsosa serves as a key procurement professional within the W4GG Hq US Army Tacom, supporting the lifecycle management and modernization of ground combat and tactical wheeled vehicle systems for the Department of the Army. Responsible for executing complex acquisition strategies, Larsosa manages contracts for armored vehicle components, survivability upgrades, and integrated avionics systems critical to force readiness. Their work directly enables the Army’s strategic priorities in mobility, power efficiency, and battlefield resilience, focusing on end-to-end acquisition processes from requirements definition through contract award and performance oversight. Larsosa maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of specialized contractors including Schutt Industries, VAREC NV, ONTIC ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING, INC., A&M AEROSTRUCTURES, INC., and BOWHEAD AVIONICS MANUFACTURING, LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for established Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers with proven expertise in military-grade vehicle fabrication, structural components, and mission-critical avionics integration. The contracting pattern emphasizes technical proficiency, compliance with military specifications, and sustained supply chain reliability over rapid vendor rotation. There is no preference for socioeconomic set-asides; all acquisitions are conducted under full and open competition, indicating a focus on technical capability and mission necessity rather than socioeconomic criteria. This approach underscores a commitment to selecting the most qualified industrial partners regardless of business size or certification status, aligning with the urgency and complexity of modernizing armored vehicle fleets. The primary procurement activity centers on NAICS 336212 (Truck Trailer Manufacturing), reflecting deep specialization in tactical wheeled vehicle platforms and associated subsystems. Larsosa’s portfolio includes procurement of armored chassis, suspension systems, powertrain integration, and vehicle electronics—domains requiring rigorous adherence to MIL-STD and SAE standards. Their expertise lies in managing high-stakes acquisitions for defense-critical ground systems where performance, durability, and interoperability are non-negotiable.