Betty J. Kimes

Betty J. Kimes serves as a Contract Specialist within Naval Special Warfare (N47898), where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain the operational readiness of elite maritime special operations forces. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts for specialized training, testing services, and integrated logistics systems designed to enhance human performance in austere environments. Her portfolio centers on high-stakes procurements that support combat medical readiness, waterborne platform support, and advanced tactical training, ensuring compliance with Department of Defense acquisition regulations while aligning with the unique operational tempo of Naval Special Warfare units. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, Kimes maintains consistent partnerships with a diverse array of vendors specializing in technical testing, professional development, and recreational instruction services. Her procurement approach emphasizes agility and mission alignment, frequently engaging small businesses with niche expertise in survival training, equipment validation, and operational simulation. She fosters collaborative vendor relationships grounded in performance-based contracting and clear statement of work requirements, ensuring deliverables meet the rigorous standards of special operations environments. Kimes demonstrates a strong, deliberate commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 83.3% of her acquisitions set aside for total small businesses and 16.7% specifically reserved for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. Her consistent use of FAR 19.5 set-asides reflects a strategic emphasis on expanding opportunities for small business owners with relevant domain expertise, reinforcing the Department of Defense’s broader goals of inclusive economic participation and resilience in the supplier base. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services), reflecting her central role in acquiring independent validation of equipment and procedures under operational conditions. She also regularly procures professional training services under NAICS 611430 and specialized instruction under NAICS 611620, underscoring her expertise in human performance enhancement through certified, scenario-based learning environments tailored to maritime special operations needs.