Alma L Peterson

Alma L. Peterson serves as a Purchasing Agent at the Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk (NAVSUP FLC Norfolk), where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain the operational readiness of the U.S. Navy’s fleet. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions—from market research and solicitation to contract award and administration—Peterson supports the agency’s core mission of ensuring maritime superiority through reliable logistics, engineering services, and maintenance solutions. Her acquisitions typically encompass technical support services, specialized maintenance equipment, communications infrastructure, and logistics-enabling systems critical to naval platform sustainment. Peterson maintains established working relationships with a diverse set of contractors, including OBSIDIAN GLOBAL, LLC for logistics and engineering support; DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP for advisory and operational analysis; ADVANIA ISLAND EHF. for international supply chain coordination; COMPLETE PARACHUTE SOLUTIONS, INC. for specialized safety and egress systems; and Computational Physics Inc. for advanced modeling and simulation services. These partnerships reflect a balanced approach to sourcing both large-capacity industry providers and niche technical specialists, ensuring access to high-performance, mission-essential capabilities. Her procurement strategy reflects a strong commitment to socioeconomic diversity, with approximately half of her acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5, and the other half conducted as full and open competitions. This balanced approach enables consistent small business participation while preserving flexibility to meet urgent operational needs. Peterson actively promotes equitable access for small businesses across all socioeconomic categories, aligning with Department of the Navy goals to expand vendor diversity and strengthen the defense industrial base. While specific NAICS codes are not currently available, her procurement portfolio centers on technical services supporting naval maintenance, logistics automation, communications systems, and safety-critical equipment. Her expertise lies in acquiring complex, mission-essential goods and services that require rigorous technical evaluation and compliance with military specifications, demonstrating deep familiarity with defense logistics and fleet sustainment requirements.