Vivian R. Cox

Vivian R. Cox serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex procurement actions across defense and industrial supply chains. In this role, she ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing mission-critical acquisitions for motor vehicle components, fabricated metal products, and ordnance-related systems. Her portfolio primarily encompasses commercial item procurements under FAR Part 12 and competitive contracting methods, including sealed bids and negotiated acquisitions. She plays a pivotal role in aligning procurement outcomes with national security and logistical readiness objectives, often coordinating with engineering and logistics stakeholders to define technical requirements and evaluation criteria. While specific contractor names are not available, Ms. Cox maintains a diverse vendor base, engaging both large-tier manufacturers and small business suppliers across the industrial base. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach between established industrial contractors and emerging suppliers capable of meeting stringent quality and delivery standards. She consistently evaluates proposals based on technical capability, past performance, and cost realism, fostering a competitive environment that promotes innovation and supply chain resilience. Ms. Cox demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 28% of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Though no other socioeconomic set-asides (such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB) are prominently reflected in her portfolio, her preference for small business set-asides indicates a deliberate strategy to broaden participation among qualified small manufacturers. This aligns with broader agency goals to strengthen domestic industrial capacity through inclusive contracting. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336390 (Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing), 336320 (Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing), and 332999 (Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in automotive subsystems, metal fabrication, and ordnance accessories. She routinely procures components for tactical vehicle platforms, including electrical harnesses, structural brackets, and specialized fittings, requiring rigorous adherence to military specifications and quality assurance protocols.