Timothy A. Papa

Timothy A. Papa serves as a key procurement lead within the W7N3 USPFO Activity UT ARNG, supporting the operational readiness of Army National Guard units through strategic acquisition of mission-critical equipment and services. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on modernizing command and control systems, sustaining fitness and athletic infrastructure, and securing communications networks. His work directly enables training readiness and day-to-day operational sustainment, with a strong emphasis on acquiring specialized manufacturing outputs and professional development solutions aligned with Army National Guard priorities. Papa routinely handles complex acquisitions under FAR Part 13 and Part 15, balancing rapid response needs with long-term sustainment planning. Papa maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including AKIMA Readiness Support LLC, Compass Medical Provider LLC, RMRM, Inc., vCloud Gov Inc., and Phoenix Health & Fitness Solutions, LLC. These partnerships reflect a pattern of collaboration with firms capable of delivering tailored readiness solutions—from medical and fitness equipment to secure cloud-based communications and logistics support. His contracting approach favors vendors with proven expertise in military-grade hardware, field-deployable systems, and training services, often requiring compliance with military specifications and security protocols. Papa’s procurement strategy is defined by a 100% small business set-aside preference under FAR 19.5, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to socioeconomic programs that empower small, disadvantaged, and veteran-owned enterprises. He consistently prioritizes contracting opportunities for small businesses with relevant technical capabilities, ensuring broad participation across the defense industrial base while fostering innovation and agility in support of National Guard missions. His primary NAICS focus areas include miscellaneous manufacturing (339999), apparel accessories manufacturing (315990), and wireless communications equipment manufacturing (334220, 334290), reflecting deep expertise in procuring specialized gear, tactical uniforms, radio systems, and training platforms. He also supports professional development through 611430 contracts, underscoring his role in building human capital alongside hardware acquisition.