Marta Furman

Marta Furman serves as a Contract Specialist at W4GG Hq US Army Tacom, where she plays a critical role in managing the acquisition lifecycle for ground combat and support vehicle systems under the Department of Defense. She specializes in procurement actions related to armored vehicle modernization, ordnance systems, and tactical wheeled platform sustainment, ensuring alignment with Army readiness objectives. Her work spans full-cycle contracting—from market research and solicitation development to award and contract administration—supporting the agency’s mission to maintain technological superiority in land warfare systems through integrated engineering and logistics solutions. Furman maintains established relationships with key contractors including Schutt Industries, VAREC NV, ONTIC ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING, INC, A&M AEROSTRUCTURES, INC., and BOWHEAD AVIONICS MANUFACTURING, LLC, reflecting a preference for vendors with proven expertise in defense-grade fabrication, avionics integration, and specialized ordnance components. Her contracting patterns indicate a focus on long-term, performance-based partnerships with firms possessing deep domain knowledge in military vehicle systems, often requiring stringent compliance with MIL-SPEC and defense logistics standards. Her procurement portfolio reflects a balanced approach to socioeconomic goals, with 40% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a strong commitment to small business participation. While the majority of her contracts are unrestricted, she consistently prioritizes small businesses capable of delivering specialized defense components, aligning with DoD’s broader goals for industrial base resilience and innovation. Furman’s primary NAICS focus areas include 332994 (Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing) and 541715 (Research and Development in Physical and Engineering Sciences), underscoring her technical expertise in ordnance systems development and advanced engineering support. She routinely procures mission-critical items such as armor enhancements, vehicle subsystems, and prototype testing services, requiring deep familiarity with defense manufacturing standards and rapid prototyping methodologies.