Alissa Gavalian

Alissa Gavalian serves as a Contract Specialist, providing procurement support and acquisition expertise to fulfill the agency's mission. In her role, she manages the administrative and technical aspects of the contracting process, ensuring that acquisitions are executed in accordance with federal regulations and agency requirements. Based on the agency's procurement patterns, there is a strong emphasis on small business participation. The agency demonstrates a significant commitment to socioeconomic goals, with a majority of its set-aside preferences directed toward Total Small Business Set-Asides. Additionally, the agency utilizes HUBZone and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business set-asides to diversify its vendor base. Her procurement activity is heavily concentrated in the maritime and industrial sectors. The primary focus of her acquisitions is within NAICS 336611 for Ship Building and Repairing, which represents the vast majority of her industry focus. Other specialized procurement areas include nonferrous metal foundries and communications equipment manufacturing.