Billie J. Perry

Billie J. Perry serves as a key procurement lead within the Military Sealift Fleet Support Command Norfolk, responsible for managing acquisitions that sustain the operational readiness of the U.S. Navy’s non-combatant, government-owned vessels. Focused on deep-sea freight transportation and vessel maintenance, Perry oversees contracts for critical shipboard systems including propulsion, marine HVAC, navigation instrumentation, and industrial repair infrastructure. Their role is central to ensuring the continuous deployment of the Military Sealift Command’s logistics fleet by securing specialized engineering and technical services that support long-term vessel sustainment and modernization efforts. Perry’s contracting activities involve direct engagements with a broad spectrum of industrial contractors specializing in maritime systems integration, shipyard services, and naval engineering support. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable in available data, the procurement pattern suggests consistent collaboration with firms possessing DOD clearance, ISO-certified quality management systems, and experience in naval vessel maintenance. Vendor partnerships are typically performance-based, emphasizing technical proficiency, lifecycle support, and compliance with naval engineering standards. Perry’s contracting portfolio reflects a strict preference for open competition, with 100% of awards issued under no set-aside conditions. This indicates a focus on technical capability and mission-critical delivery over socioeconomic classifications, though small business participation is not excluded—only not formally prioritized in acquisition strategy. The approach aligns with the command’s need for rapid, scalable support from vendors with proven expertise in complex maritime systems. The primary NAICS code 483111 (Deep Sea Freight Transportation) dominates Perry’s procurement activity, reflecting a specialization in maritime logistics sustainment. Acquisitions center on vessel repair, dry-dock services, hull and machinery maintenance, and integrated marine system upgrades. Technical expertise is concentrated in naval propulsion, corrosion control, and marine electrical systems, ensuring the fleet remains mission-ready across global operating environments.