Tanya Karasavvas

Tanya Karasavvas plays a pivotal role within DLA Land Warren, supporting the Defense Logistics Agency’s mission to sustain ground force readiness through the acquisition of high-reliability mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical components. She manages complex procurement actions for mission-critical subsystems used in armored vehicles, tactical transport platforms, and combat support systems, with a focus on transmission systems, powertrain assemblies, and electronic control units. Her work ensures the continuous operational capability of U.S. land forces by securing components that meet stringent military performance and durability standards under FAR and DFARS guidelines. Karasavvas maintains consistent contracting relationships with leading defense suppliers including ONTIC Engineering & Manufacturing, OSHKOSH DEFENSE LLC, RENK AMERICA LLC, SCI TECHNOLOGY, and VAREC NV. These partnerships reflect a strategic alignment with Tier 1 and specialized niche manufacturers capable of delivering precision-engineered components for ruggedized military applications. Her contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, technical validation, and supply chain resilience, often engaging contractors early in the requirements development phase to ensure design compatibility and production scalability. A strong advocate for small business participation, Karasavvas prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides, with over half of her acquisitions reserved for small businesses under FAR 19.5. She also regularly utilizes HUBZone set-asides to support economically disadvantaged communities, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals. Her portfolio reflects a balanced blend of competitive small business awards and open solicitations, ensuring both innovation and capacity within the defense industrial base. Her technical procurement focus centers on NAICS 334419 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing) and 334418 (Printed Circuit Assembly), with significant activity in current-carrying wiring devices and specialized hardware. She specializes in sourcing electro-mechanical subsystems, embedded electronics, and ruggedized circuitry essential for command, control, and power distribution in armored and mobility platforms, underscoring her deep expertise in defense electronics and mechanical systems integration.