Thomas Hedrick

Thomas Hedrick serves as Assistant Program Manager at the U.S. Army TACOM, supporting the lifecycle management and modernization of ground combat and support vehicle systems. In this role, he plays a critical part in executing acquisition strategies for specialized mechanical and electro-mechanical components essential to vehicle survivability, mobility, and power systems. He oversees the planning, solicitation, and contract administration for high-precision equipment used in armored and tactical wheeled platforms, ensuring alignment with Army technical specifications and sustainment requirements. His acquisitions are primarily engineering-driven, emphasizing performance, durability, and interoperability within complex military vehicle architectures. Hedrick maintains consistent procurement relationships with a focused group of specialized manufacturers, including Schutt Industries, ONTIC Engineering & Manufacturing, A&M Aerostuctures, and Bowhead Avionics Manufacturing. These contractors provide mission-critical components such as pumping systems, structural assemblies, and embedded control hardware tailored to armored vehicle platforms. His working relationships are characterized by long-term technical collaboration, with vendors often engaged through competitive sealed bidding and performance-based contract structures. He prioritizes suppliers with proven expertise in defense-grade manufacturing and rigorous quality assurance protocols. Hedrick’s procurement portfolio reflects a 100% no set-aside preference, indicating a focus on open competition based on technical merit and industrial capability rather than socioeconomic categorizations. While small business participation is not formally prioritized through set-asides, his contracting approach remains inclusive of qualified small firms that meet stringent performance and compliance standards. His primary procurement focus is under NAICS 333914, which encompasses measuring, dispensing, and other pumping equipment manufacturing. He specializes in acquiring fluid handling systems, hydraulic actuators, and precision metering devices critical to vehicle cooling, fuel distribution, and combat system operations. His technical domain expertise lies at the intersection of mechanical engineering and military vehicle integration, ensuring procurement decisions directly support operational readiness and system reliability.