Lisa M. Braund

Lisa M. Braund serves as a key procurement professional within the W7N8 USPFO Activity WI ARNG, supporting the operational readiness of the Wisconsin Army National Guard through the acquisition of critical logistics, facility, and personnel services. She manages a diverse portfolio of contracts aligned with the Department of the Army’s sustainment mission, overseeing acquisitions for infrastructure maintenance, food service, and administrative support functions. Her work ensures that garrison operations remain fully resourced and compliant with federal contracting regulations, with a strong emphasis on timely delivery of mission-critical services to active-duty and reserve personnel. Braund maintains consistent working relationships with ULTRAX AEROSPACE INC, a primary contractor supporting specialized logistics and equipment sustainment needs. Her procurement patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven capabilities in defense-support sectors, while also actively engaging small business partners across multiple socioeconomic categories. She fosters collaborative vendor relationships grounded in performance accountability and regulatory compliance, ensuring contract execution aligns with operational timelines and readiness objectives. Her contracting strategy prioritizes small business participation, with over 61% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Additional set-asides include Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and HUBZone firms, reflecting a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic equity and regional economic development. These patterns demonstrate a structured approach to maximizing small business involvement while maintaining mission-critical service delivery. Braund’s procurement focus centers on NAICS codes including 722310 (Food Service Contractors), 336212 (Truck Trailer Manufacturing), and 611710 (Educational Support Services), indicating expertise in sustaining both daily garrison operations and specialized training support. She procures a blend of physical assets and human-centric services, demonstrating technical familiarity with defense logistics, facility maintenance, and personnel welfare systems essential to National Guard readiness.