SSG Lujardo, Susette

Ssg Susette Lujardo Lahera serves as a key procurement specialist within the 0413 Aq Hq Contract Augmented unit of the Department of the Army, supporting expeditionary and garrisoned operations through the acquisition of critical life support, mobility, and base infrastructure services. She manages a diverse portfolio of contracts aligned with the Army’s mission to sustain operations in austere environments, focusing on equipment rental, transportation, and essential installation services. Her acquisitions are strategically aligned with force readiness objectives, ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical capabilities through competitive contracting mechanisms under FAR Part 13 and Part 19 guidelines. Lujardo Lahera maintains consistent working relationships with specialized vendors including MATSON NAVIGATION COMPANY, INC. for logistical and maritime support services and ARABIC INTERPRETERS LLC for language and cultural support in deployed environments. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for niche, mission-critical contractors capable of delivering tailored solutions in complex operational contexts, often requiring rapid mobilization and compliance with military standards. She fosters long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance reliability and operational adaptability. Her procurement strategy demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with over 55% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate effort to engage small, disadvantaged, and veteran-owned firms in supporting Army sustainment functions. Her contracting patterns consistently prioritize socioeconomic goals while maintaining operational effectiveness. Her primary NAICS focus areas include 336120 (Heavy Duty Truck Manufacturing) and 336999 (Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing), indicating a deep specialization in procuring military-grade vehicles and mobility platforms. She also routinely acquires services under 562991 (Septic Tank Services), 562111 (Solid Waste Collection), and 722320 (Caterers), demonstrating expertise in integrated base operations support. This unique blend of industrial and service contracting underscores her technical proficiency in sustaining Army installations across diverse operational theaters.