Andrew Etheredge

Andrew Etheredge serves as the primary contracting lead for SPRMM1 DLA Mechanicsburg, a critical node within the Department of Defense’s DLA Maritime organization. He manages the acquisition of high-reliability electronic, electrical, and mechanical components essential to U.S. Navy propulsion, control, communications, and power distribution systems. His responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of procurement—from requirements validation and market research to contract award and performance monitoring—ensuring mission-critical hardware remains available to sustain naval readiness. Etheredge specializes in complex technical acquisitions involving precision instruments, connectors, valves, and motor systems, often requiring stringent military specifications and supply chain traceability. He maintains consistent, long-term partnerships with key defense contractors including Electric Boat Corporation, Thales Defense & Security Inc., and RFD Beaufort Inc., all of which deliver specialized components for submarine and surface vessel platforms. His working relationships are characterized by deep technical collaboration, early vendor engagement, and a focus on proven suppliers with demonstrated capability in aerospace and naval-grade manufacturing. These partnerships prioritize reliability, compliance with MIL-STD standards, and just-in-time delivery for high-priority maintenance and modernization programs. Etheredge’s procurement portfolio reflects a strict preference for full and open competition, with 100% of awards issued without set-aside designations. There is no current emphasis on 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, indicating a procurement strategy driven by technical necessity, supply chain resilience, and the specialized nature of mission-critical components rather than socioeconomic objectives. His primary NAICS focus lies in 334513 for industrial process control instruments and 334417 for electronic connectors, with significant activity in 335312 for motor and generator manufacturing and 334511 for naval guidance systems. He procures high-integrity components used in harsh maritime environments, demonstrating deep expertise in electronic subsystems, electromechanical interfaces, and precision fluid control systems critical to naval platform survivability and operational performance.