Steven S. Ghazi

Steven S. Ghazi serves as a Contract Specialist within the W6QK Acc-pica organization under the Department of the Army, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain combat readiness and logistics infrastructure. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts for defense manufacturing, engineering services, and operational support systems, ensuring alignment with Army modernization priorities in ammunition production and installation sustainment. His portfolio primarily involves complex, technically demanding procurements requiring rigorous compliance with federal acquisition regulations and defense-specific standards, including those governing munitions and explosive systems. Ghazi maintains consistent working relationships with key defense contractors including NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION, GENERAL DYNAMICS OTS (WILKES BARRE), LLC, PIONEERING DECISIVE SOLUTIONS INC, BIGELOW FAMILY HOLDINGS LLC, and WISENGINEERING LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for established industry leaders with proven capabilities in high-assurance manufacturing, systems engineering, and technical support services. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, risk mitigation, and long-term contract administration to ensure mission continuity across critical defense supply chains. His procurement patterns show a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of awards issued under no set-aside classifications. This indicates a focus on technical capability and mission necessity over socioeconomic set-asides, though he remains compliant with all federal small business participation requirements. His approach prioritizes mission-critical delivery over socioeconomic targeting, aligning with the agency’s emphasis on operational readiness. Ghazi’s primary technical focus lies in NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services), which constitutes over 70% of his portfolio, followed by explosives and ammunition manufacturing under 325920 and 332993. He specializes in procuring advanced engineering design, research and development for defense systems, and specialized chemical and munitions production. His expertise spans complex technical domains including ordnance systems, facility sustainment, and high-hazard manufacturing environments, making him a key enabler of the Army’s modernized logistics and combat support infrastructure.