Ronald A Ascher

Ronald A. Ascher serves as a key procurement lead within the W6QK Acc Wva under the Department of the Army, overseeing acquisitions critical to sustaining the readiness of U.S. Army ordnance systems at Watervliet Arsenal. His responsibilities include managing the lifecycle procurement of high-precision metal components, industrial machinery, and specialized maintenance services essential to artillery and munitions production. He handles complex contracting actions involving both commercial and government-unique specifications, ensuring compliance with defense manufacturing standards and supply chain resilience requirements. His work directly supports the modernization and longevity of critical munitions infrastructure. Ascher maintains established relationships with a diverse set of contractors, including FinCANTIERI Marine Repair LLC for industrial equipment maintenance, McKenzie Construction & Site Development LLC for facility upgrades, and RDC JPA Architecture for specialized engineering design services. He frequently engages with niche specialty trade contractors and small manufacturers capable of delivering precision-machined parts and electroplating services under strict military quality controls. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships with proven technical capabilities and compliance with DoD supply chain security protocols. His procurement portfolio reflects a strong commitment to small business participation, with over one-third of awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, and an additional 5.4 percent reserved for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. While the majority of contracts remain open to all competitors, Ascher consistently prioritizes socioeconomic programs to expand the defense industrial base and foster innovation among qualified small firms. The primary NAICS categories under his purview include 332813 for electroplating and surface treatment, 238210 for electrical installation, and 238990 for specialty trade contracting, reflecting a focus on industrial maintenance, precision manufacturing, and facility support services. His technical expertise lies in procuring mission-critical components for ordnance systems, including machine tool repairs, packing and crating for hazardous materials, and specialized miscellaneous manufacturing aligned with Army ordnance standards.