Stephanie Thom

Stephanie Thom supports the procurement mission of W4GG Hq US Army Tacom by managing complex acquisition programs for ground combat and support vehicle systems under the Department of Defense. She oversees contracts spanning advanced avionics, engineering services, and specialized maintenance solutions critical to the lifecycle sustainment and modernization of armored and tactical wheeled platforms. Her work ensures the Army’s fleet remains operationally ready through integrated acquisition strategies that align with technological advancement and battlefield readiness requirements. Thom maintains consistent partnerships with key contractors including Schutt Industries, ONTIC Engineering & Manufacturing, A&M Aerostuctures, and Bowhead Avionics Manufacturing, all of which provide mission-critical components and systems for vehicle survivability, navigation, and electronic integration. Her procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration with firms possessing specialized technical expertise in military-grade manufacturing and systems integration, often requiring stringent compliance with defense standards such as MIL-STD and ITAR. Her contracting portfolio reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 95% of awards issued without set-aside designations. The remaining 5% are allocated to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, indicating a measured but deliberate commitment to small business participation without prioritizing specific socioeconomic categories like 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. Thom’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334511 for avionics and guidance systems, NAICS 541930 for translation and interpretation services supporting multinational operations, and NAICS 541330 for engineering services that support vehicle modernization. She also procures specialized textile components for vehicle interiors and automotive maintenance services under NAICS 811198, demonstrating broad technical domain expertise across both high-tech systems and mission-support logistics.