Adriane Lott

Adriane Lott serves as a key procurement lead for the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, overseeing acquisitions critical to preserving and operating one of the nation’s most significant historical immersive environments. Responsible for managing contracts that support the maintenance, restoration, and operational readiness of 17th-century reconstructions and open-air museum exhibits, Lott ensures that all procurements align with the Foundation’s mission of historical accuracy and public education. Her work primarily involves sourcing specialized services and materials required for heritage conservation, including structural preservation, archaeological support, and interpretive exhibit fabrication, often requiring compliance with historic preservation standards such as the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards. Lott collaborates with a focused network of contractors specializing in maritime heritage, historic shipbuilding, and museum-grade restoration. While no specific vendor relationships are currently documented, her procurement patterns suggest consistent engagement with firms possessing expertise in traditional craftsmanship, marine carpentry, and conservation science. These partnerships are typically long-term and project-based, emphasizing technical proficiency over volume, with an emphasis on quality control and historical authenticity. Lott’s contracting activity is entirely non-set-aside, with 100% of procurements conducted under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic preference for selecting the most technically qualified vendors regardless of socioeconomic status, prioritizing specialized capability over programmatic set-asides. While small business participation is not formally incentivized, vendors with niche expertise in historic restoration often qualify as small businesses by default due to the highly specialized nature of the work. Her primary procurement focus is centered on NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), underscoring her deep engagement with the construction, repair, and maintenance of historically accurate replica vessels and waterfront infrastructure. This specialization requires intimate knowledge of traditional shipwright techniques, marine coatings, and period-appropriate materials, positioning Lott as a unique expert in heritage maritime procurement within the public history sector.