Lori Scherzi-Brubaker

Lori Scherzi-Brubaker serves as a key procurement professional within DLA Land Warren, supporting the Defense Logistics Agency’s mission to sustain the operational readiness of U.S. ground forces through the acquisition of mission-critical mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical components. She manages complex contracting actions for high-reliability subsystems used in armored vehicles, tactical transport platforms, and combat support systems, with a focus on powertrain assemblies, transmission systems, and embedded electronic controls. Her work ensures the timely delivery of components that directly impact the mobility, durability, and combat effectiveness of land warfare assets. She maintains established working relationships with leading defense industrial base suppliers, including ONTIC Engineering & Manufacturing, Oshkosh Defense, RENK America, SCI Technology, and VAREC NV. These partnerships reflect a preference for experienced Tier 1 and Tier 2 manufacturers with proven capabilities in precision machining, fluid power systems, and electro-mechanical integration. Her contracting approach emphasizes technical compliance, supply chain resilience, and long-term sustainment support, often involving performance-based requirements and life-cycle cost considerations. Scherzi-Brubaker demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with approximately 40% of her portfolio structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of awards remain open to all competitors, she consistently prioritizes opportunities for small manufacturers with specialized technical expertise, fostering a diverse supplier base capable of meeting stringent military specifications. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach between leveraging established industry capabilities and expanding access for qualified small businesses. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 336390 (other motor vehicle parts), 332912 (fluid power components), 332216 (saw blades and handtools), and 335312 (motor and generator manufacturing). She specializes in sourcing ruggedized mechanical components, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, precision-cut tools, and mission-critical electric motors designed for harsh operational environments, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with defense-grade engineering standards and military specifications.