Matthew D. Kunkel

Matthew D. Kunkel serves as a Contract Specialist at W4GG Hq US Army Tacom, where he plays a pivotal role in executing the lifecycle acquisition and sustainment of ground combat and support vehicle systems. He manages complex procurement actions spanning engineering, manufacturing, and logistics services critical to maintaining the Army’s tactical vehicle fleet readiness. His portfolio includes full-spectrum contract actions—from solicitation and negotiation to award and administration—focused on armored vehicle components, ordnance systems, and integrated logistics support. Kunkel ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurement outcomes with TACOM’s strategic priorities in survivability, mobility, and power efficiency. Kunkel maintains consistent working relationships with key industrial partners including Schutt Industries, VAREC NV, ONTIC Engineering & Manufacturing, A&M Aerostuctures, and Bowhead Avionics Manufacturing. These contractors provide specialized capabilities in armored vehicle fabrication, avionics integration, valve systems, and plate work manufacturing. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical proficiency, quality assurance, and on-time delivery, fostering collaboration across defense supply chain tiers to support rapid fielding and modernization efforts. Kunkel’s procurement activity is entirely non-set-aside, with 100% of contracts awarded under full and open competition. This reflects a deliberate focus on accessing the broadest possible industrial base to meet urgent operational requirements and technical complexity. While socioeconomic set-asides are not utilized, his process maintains rigorous fairness and transparency, ensuring all qualified vendors—regardless of size or certification—compete on technical merit and performance capability. His primary NAICS focus areas include Military Armored Vehicle Manufacturing, Process and Logistics Consulting, Industrial Valve Manufacturing, Plate Work Manufacturing, and Ship Building and Repairing. These reflect deep expertise in procuring high-integrity mechanical systems, embedded electronics, and mission-critical logistics services essential to armored vehicle sustainment and modernization across land domains.