Roman Stokes

Roman Stokes serves as a procurement lead within the W4GG Hq US Army Tacom, supporting the lifecycle management and modernization of ground combat and support vehicle systems. He manages complex acquisition programs focused on advanced software systems that enable vehicle diagnostics, battlefield communications, and integrated mission computing for armored and tactical wheeled platforms. His work directly supports the Army’s strategic priorities in survivability, mobility, and power efficiency by ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical software solutions. Stokes handles full-spectrum contracting actions—from initial requirements validation through contract award and performance oversight—primarily within the defense technology and software development domains. He maintains long-standing relationships with key contractors including Schutt Industries, VAREC NV, ONTIC ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING, INC, A&M AEROSTRUCTURES, INC., and BOWHEAD AVIONICS MANUFACTURING, LLC, all of which provide specialized engineering, avionics integration, and mission-critical software development services. His procurement approach emphasizes technical precision and system interoperability, often requiring contractors to meet stringent MIL-STD and DoD cybersecurity standards. Stokes collaborates closely with engineering and logistics teams to align contract deliverables with operational readiness timelines and sustainment needs. Stokes’ portfolio reflects a strict preference for open competition, with 100% of his acquisitions issued without socioeconomic set-asides. This indicates a focus on technical capability and mission urgency over socioeconomic categorization, prioritizing performance and system compatibility above certification-based preferences. While small business participation is not formally incentivized in his portfolio, vendors of all sizes compete on merit based on technical qualifications and past performance. His primary procurement focus is on NAICS 513210 (Software Publishers), underscoring deep expertise in acquiring embedded combat software, vehicle control systems, data fusion platforms, and secure battlefield communication applications. He routinely procures custom-developed software for integration into armored vehicle architectures, demonstrating specialized knowledge in DoD software acquisition frameworks and defense-specific IT modernization initiatives.