Tamara Wilson

Tamara Wilson supports the Commander (M00264), a key entity within the Department of the Navy, in executing mission-critical procurement activities that sustain and modernize naval warfighting capabilities. She manages acquisitions centered on advanced tactical systems, including command and control architectures, cyber-enabled decision support tools, and specialized equipment for armored vehicles and sensor networks. Her role involves end-to-end contract lifecycle management for high-priority, technology-driven procurements aligned with the agency’s focus on operational readiness and systems engineering integration. She routinely handles complex, performance-based contracts requiring technical rigor and compliance with DoD acquisition regulations. Wilson maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of contractors including Goldbelt Hawk L.L.C., Alex-Alternative Experts, LLC, Tnda Technologies Inc., BC Market Solutions LLC, and Biospace, Inc. These partnerships reflect a preference for specialized firms with proven expertise in defense systems integration, logistics consulting, and niche technical services. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance outcomes, technical adaptability, and long-term vendor reliability, often resulting in repeat engagements with contractors who demonstrate deep domain knowledge in naval operational environments. Her procurement portfolio reflects a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 43% of awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While no set-aside preferences are designated for 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB categories, her consistent use of small business set-asides underscores a deliberate strategy to foster innovation and capacity building among qualified small defense contractors. Her primary NAICS focus areas include 335311 for power and specialty transformer manufacturing and 811219 for other miscellaneous repair and maintenance services, each representing 42.9% of her acquisitions, alongside 541614 for process and logistics consulting. These reflect a technical emphasis on mission-critical power infrastructure, field maintenance support, and operational logistics optimization—core enablers for naval force readiness and modernization.