Taniko Jones

Taniko Jones serves as a key procurement lead within the W6QK Acc-apg Cont Ct Wash Ofc, a critical office under the Department of the Army focused on advancing C5ISR capabilities for land and expeditionary forces. Responsible for managing complex acquisitions in electro-optic/infrared sensor systems, precision navigation and guidance technologies, and ruggedized power generation solutions, Jones ensures that contracting activities align with the agency’s mission to enhance battlefield situational awareness and operational resilience. Her portfolio primarily involves technical, mission-critical contracts requiring stringent performance standards and ruggedized engineering, often under time-sensitive operational timelines. Jones maintains a consistent working relationship with Cummins Power Generation Inc., a leading provider of mission-ready power systems for military applications, reflecting a pattern of engagement with established industrial partners capable of delivering high-reliability, field-deployable solutions. Her contracting approach balances reliance on proven large-capacity vendors with active support for small business innovation, fostering partnerships that combine technical maturity with agile development. Her procurement strategy reflects a balanced 50-50 split between total small business set-asides and open competitions, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic diversity without compromising mission readiness. She routinely awards contracts to small businesses under FAR 19.5, encouraging participation from HUBZone, SDVOSB, and other certified entities, particularly in technical niches where innovation is critical. Jones specializes in NAICS 335312 (Motor and Generator Manufacturing) and 334511 (Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing), focusing on ruggedized power systems, inertial navigation units, electro-optic targeting pods, and embedded guidance electronics. Her expertise lies in acquiring hardened, field-deployable systems that meet DoD environmental and electromagnetic compatibility standards, ensuring interoperability across expeditionary platforms.