Yvette.C.Thompson

Yvette C. Thompson serves as a Contracting Officer at W4GG Hq US Army Tacom, where she plays a critical role in managing the lifecycle acquisition of ground combat and support vehicle systems for the Department of Defense. She is responsible for executing full-spectrum contracting actions—including solicitation, award, and administration—for armored vehicle platforms, tactical wheeled systems, and associated ordnance components. Her work directly supports the Army’s mission to ensure technological superiority, survivability, and operational readiness of ground forces through integrated acquisition and logistics support. Thompson handles complex, technically demanding procurements that require deep coordination with engineering, logistics, and program management teams to align contract deliverables with evolving battlefield requirements. Thompson maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of prime contractors, including Schutt Industries of Clintonville, Wis., Inc., VAREC NV, ONTIC ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING, INC., A&M AEROSTRUCTURES, INC., and BOWHEAD AVIONICS MANUFACTURING, LLC. These partnerships reflect a focus on specialized manufacturers and integrators capable of delivering high-reliability military-grade components, from armored hulls to avionics systems. Her contracting approach emphasizes technical compliance, supply chain resilience, and performance-based contract structures, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in rigorous quality assurance and sustainment planning. Thompson’s procurement portfolio reflects no set-aside preferences, with 100% of her awards issued under full and open competition. While she does not prioritize socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, her contracting decisions are driven by technical capability and mission necessity, ensuring the highest standards of performance for critical defense systems. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 332994 (small arms and ordnance manufacturing) and 336992 (military armored vehicle manufacturing), with additional activity in professional technical services and automotive repair. This reflects deep expertise in ground vehicle systems, munitions integration, and maintenance support infrastructure, positioning her at the intersection of defense engineering and acquisition execution.