Mary Suda

Mary Suda serves as the primary contracting representative for the W6QK Acc-APG Cont Ct Wash Ofc under the Department of the Army, where she leads the acquisition of advanced C5ISR systems critical to land and expeditionary force readiness. Her portfolio centers on the development and integration of electro-optic/infrared sensor technologies, precision navigation and guidance systems, and ruggedized power generation solutions designed for austere environments. She manages full lifecycle procurements—from market research and solicitation to contract award and performance oversight—ensuring alignment with Army modernization priorities and DoD acquisition regulations. Her work directly supports operational superiority through cutting-edge battlefield sensing and energy resilience capabilities. Suda maintains a consistent working relationship with Cummins Power Generation Inc., a key vendor for mission-critical power systems, and engages with a diverse ecosystem of defense contractors specializing in electro-optics, embedded software, and technical consulting. Her procurement approach emphasizes technical rigor and performance-based outcomes, fostering long-term partnerships with firms capable of delivering ruggedized, field-deployable solutions under stringent military specifications. She routinely collaborates with contractors possessing DoD clearance and experience in secure systems integration. Suda’s contracting strategy reflects a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with approximately half of her acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5, while the remainder remain open competition. This dual approach ensures robust market participation while maintaining access to specialized capabilities only available from larger, established defense suppliers. Her pattern demonstrates a deliberate effort to expand small business involvement without compromising mission-critical performance requirements. Her primary NAICS focus includes 335312 for motor and generator manufacturing, 513210 for software publishers developing embedded firmware and signal processing algorithms, and 541690 for technical consulting firms providing systems engineering and test support. These categories reflect her domain expertise in power systems, real-time embedded software, and mission-critical systems integration for military C5ISR platforms.