Robert B. Wissman

Robert B. Wissman serves as the A/LM/AQM Branch Chief, overseeing the acquisition and management of critical communications, IT infrastructure, and related technical systems within his organization. In this leadership role, he directs the planning, solicitation, and award of contracts to support national defense and operational communication capabilities. His portfolio encompasses complex procurements requiring technical rigor, including wireless equipment, computer systems design, and telecommunications infrastructure construction. Wissman ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurement strategy with mission-critical operational needs, making him a pivotal figure in enabling technological readiness across his domain. Wissman maintains strategic relationships with a broad spectrum of vendors, including manufacturers of radio and broadcasting equipment, systems integrators, and wholesale distributors of computing hardware and software. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and technical interoperability, favoring partners with proven expertise in defense-grade communications systems and secure IT architectures. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he consistently engages firms capable of delivering scalable, ruggedized solutions under stringent quality and delivery standards. Wissman’s procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of his acquisitions designated as non-set-aside. This indicates a focus on technical merit and capability over socioeconomic categorization, though it does not preclude participation from small businesses that meet stringent performance criteria. His approach prioritizes mission effectiveness and market competitiveness, ensuring that all qualified vendors—regardless of size or certification—have equitable access to opportunities based on technical qualification and value. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334220 for radio and wireless communications equipment, complemented by significant activity in computer systems design (541512), computer equipment wholesaling (423430), and power and communication line construction (237130). He specializes in procuring mission-critical infrastructure, including field-deployable communication systems, networked computing platforms, and hardened cabling solutions, demonstrating deep expertise in defense and federal telecommunications domains.