Terry J. Zielinski

Terry Zielinski serves as a Contract Specialist at the W4GG Hq US Army Tacom, responsible for managing the full lifecycle acquisition of critical ground vehicle systems and components under the Department of Defense. Specializing in technical procurement for armored and tactical wheeled platforms, Zielinski ensures compliance with FAR and DFARS regulations while aligning acquisitions with the agency’s mission to sustain and modernize combat-ready vehicle fleets. Their portfolio encompasses complex contracts for powertrain systems, survivability enhancements, and specialized manufacturing services essential to Army mobility and operational readiness. Zielinski maintains enduring relationships with key industrial partners including Schutt Industries, ONTIC Engineering & Manufacturing, A&M Aerostuctures, and Bowhead Avionics Manufacturing, all of which provide high-integrity components for armored vehicle platforms. These partnerships reflect a preference for established defense suppliers with proven technical capabilities in precision manufacturing, avionics integration, and structural systems. The working relationships are characterized by collaborative engineering support, rigorous quality assurance protocols, and long-term sustainment planning to meet evolving battlefield requirements. While the majority of acquisitions (82.6%) are conducted without set-asides, Zielinski consistently supports small business participation through Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to expanding the defense industrial base. Their contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach—prioritizing mission-critical performance while actively engaging qualified small businesses capable of delivering specialized components and subsystems. Zielinski’s procurement focus centers on NAICS 336390 (Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing), 336350 (Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing), and related categories including 333923 and 333618, reflecting deep expertise in mechanical drivetrain systems, industrial drive components, and specialized engine equipment. Their technical domain spans vehicle power systems, transmission assemblies, and integrated mechanical subsystems critical to the Army’s ground mobility and force protection objectives.