Alesha Ray

Alesha Ray supports the procurement mission of Mschq Norfolk under the Department of the Navy, facilitating critical acquisitions that sustain the operational readiness of U.S. Navy surface and auxiliary vessels. Responsible for managing complex logistics and maintenance contracts, Ray oversees the acquisition of marine equipment, ship repair services, and deep-sea freight transport solutions essential to fleet sustainment. Her work ensures timely delivery of mission-critical capabilities through compliant, performance-based contracting practices aligned with Navy maritime operational requirements. She handles a diverse portfolio of procurements spanning technical, logistical, and support services, often requiring specialized marine engineering and regulatory adherence. Ray maintains strategic relationships with key contractors including EXXONMOBIL MARINE LIMITED for fuel and maritime logistics, VIGOR MARINE LLC for ship repair and maintenance, BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC for systems integration and operational support, FOREIGN POLICY RESEARCH INSTITUTE INC for strategic analysis, and ONTIC ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING, INC for specialized metal components. These partnerships reflect a preference for established industry leaders with proven capabilities in naval environments, often awarded through competitive sealed bidding or negotiated contracts under FAR Part 15. Her contracting approach emphasizes technical proficiency, reliability, and mission alignment over sole-source reliance. Ray’s procurement patterns show a strong preference for open competition, with 87.5% of awards issued without set-aside designations. Only 12.5% of contracts are designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, indicating a focus on capability-driven sourcing rather than socioeconomic preferences. While small business participation is present, it is not the primary driver of award decisions, reflecting a mission-first procurement philosophy. Her primary NAICS focus areas include 562910 for environmental remediation services supporting naval infrastructure, 333414 for specialized heating equipment used in vessel systems, and 334310 for audio and video communication hardware critical to command and control. These reflect deep technical expertise in maritime systems integration, marine logistics, and mission-critical equipment procurement tailored to the Navy’s operational needs.