Armando Saya

Armando Saya serves as a primary procurement lead for DLA Maritime – Puget Sound (SPMYM2), playing a critical role in sustaining the Department of Defense’s naval fleet through the acquisition of mission-critical mechanical, electrical, and industrial components. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts for hardware essential to ship maintenance and operational readiness, including precision valves, control systems, welding equipment, and specialized fasteners. His acquisitions directly support the sustainment of naval platforms, ensuring timely delivery of parts that keep vessels mission-ready across global deployments. Saya’s work is grounded in strict adherence to federal acquisition regulations and a deep understanding of naval engineering requirements. Saya maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of specialized contractors, including DRS NAVAL POWER SYSTEMS INC, COB INDUSTRIES, INC., AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, MACHINES & METHODS INC, and EHB SUPPLY. These vendors are selected for their technical expertise in manufacturing high-reliability components for maritime environments and their proven ability to meet stringent military specifications. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships built on quality, responsiveness, and compliance with defense logistics standards, fostering reliable supply chain performance under operational constraints. Saya demonstrates an overwhelming commitment to small business participation, with 97.6% of his acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5. His contracting patterns reflect a deliberate focus on empowering small, capable suppliers who can deliver niche, high-precision components, aligning with DLA’s broader socioeconomic goals. While no specific set-aside categories are dominant, the consistent use of total small business set-asides underscores his dedication to expanding opportunities for qualified small manufacturers in the defense industrial base. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 332722 (fasteners and hardware), 332996 (fabricated pipe and fittings), and 333310 (commercial machinery), reflecting expertise in mechanical systems critical to shipboard operations. He routinely sources precision-engineered components such as valves, hoists, monorail systems, and machine tool parts, demonstrating deep familiarity with naval engineering standards and the technical demands of maritime sustainment.