Adam J Ball

Adam J. Ball serves as a Contract Specialist at the Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk (NAVSUP FLC Norfolk), where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical procurement actions that sustain U.S. Navy fleet readiness. He manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions for engineering, logistics, and maintenance services, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and naval operational requirements. His portfolio centers on fabricated structural metal components, ship repair infrastructure, and specialized equipment essential to maritime platform sustainment, with a strong emphasis on technical precision and supply chain reliability. Ball maintains established relationships with a select group of contractors, including OBSIDIAN GLOBAL, LLC, DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP, and COMPUTATIONAL PHYSICS INC., reflecting a blend of niche technical vendors and large-scale professional services firms. His contracting approach prioritizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance history and technical capability, particularly for complex engineering and logistics support services. He frequently engages contractors with specialized expertise in naval platform maintenance, data-driven logistics modeling, and mission-critical hardware fabrication. A defining feature of Ball’s procurement strategy is his strong commitment to small business participation, with 92.3% of his acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate focus on empowering small, qualified vendors to contribute to naval sustainment efforts, aligning with Department of the Navy socioeconomic goals. His contracting patterns consistently prioritize small business eligibility, fostering competitive environments that promote innovation and regional economic resilience. His primary NAICS focus lies in 332312 (Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing) and 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), with additional procurement activity in electrical supply distribution, flooring contractors for facility upgrades, and dental equipment manufacturing for onboard medical support. This diverse yet targeted technical portfolio underscores his expertise in procuring mission-enabling infrastructure and specialized components critical to fleet operational continuity.