Matthew Coughlin

Matthew Coughlin serves as a key procurement lead within the W6QK Acc-apg Natick office under the Department of the Army, supporting the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command’s mission to advance soldier systems through research, development, and technical services. He manages a portfolio of acquisitions focused on mission-critical defense technologies, including flame-resistant combat apparel, advanced life-support medical devices, and battlefield instrumentation systems. His work directly enables the modernization of warfighter capabilities by ensuring timely delivery of high-performance, field-tested equipment developed through rigorous engineering and prototyping cycles. Coughlin maintains consistent contracting relationships with EPERNAY DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION LLC and TEVET LLC, both of which provide specialized engineering, technical services, and rapid prototyping support for soldier system initiatives. These partnerships are characterized by long-term, performance-based engagements that emphasize technical innovation, compliance with military specifications, and agile delivery timelines. His contracting approach prioritizes deep technical collaboration with vendors capable of meeting stringent DoD standards for durability, safety, and operational readiness. Coughlin’s procurement activity is entirely non-set-aside, with 100% of contracts awarded under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic emphasis on accessing the broadest possible pool of technical expertise, particularly in highly specialized domains where only a limited number of firms possess the requisite certifications, facilities, or classified clearance levels. While small business participation is not mandated through socioeconomic set-asides, his acquisitions remain open to all qualified vendors regardless of size or certification status. His primary focus lies in NAICS 541715—Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences—where he procures advanced materials, wearable sensor systems, environmental protection technologies, and field-deployable diagnostic tools. His expertise centers on engineering R&D contracts requiring compliance with MIL-STDs, technical data rights management, and iterative development cycles aligned with Army modernization priorities.