Carolyn Giles

Carolyn J. Giles serves as a Contract Specialist within the Naval Special Warfare Command, supporting the procurement of mission-critical equipment and services essential to elite maritime and unconventional warfare operations. She manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions—from market research and solicitation to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with FAR and DoD regulations. Her portfolio primarily encompasses specialized tactical systems, maritime support infrastructure, and advanced technology integrations that enhance operational readiness for Special Operations Forces. Giles plays a pivotal role in aligning contracting strategies with the Command’s strategic priorities in mobility, unmanned systems, and mission-critical sustainment. She maintains established relationships with key contractors including Trofholz Technologies, Inc., Pass Christian Yacht Works, LLC, Teamworks Tactical Solutions Inc., McKenzie Construction & Site Development LLC, and Airgas USA, LLC. These partnerships reflect a blend of niche industrial capabilities in maritime fabrication, tactical equipment integration, compressed gas systems, and site development tailored to austere operational environments. Her contracting approach emphasizes vendor reliability, technical specificity, and responsiveness to rapidly evolving mission requirements, fostering long-term collaborations with suppliers who demonstrate deep domain expertise in defense-critical niches. Giles demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with approximately 34.6% of her awards directed toward small business set-asides, including 26.9% under Total Small Business Set-Aside and 7.7% to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. While the majority of her acquisitions remain open to all competitors, she consistently prioritizes socioeconomic programs to broaden the industrial base and support veteran-owned enterprises with relevant technical capabilities. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing, Ship Building and Repairing, Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing, and Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing, reflecting a technical emphasis on propulsion systems, maritime logistics, and mission-enabling hardware. She routinely procures specialized components for underwater mobility platforms, tactical air supply systems, and ruggedized communications gear, demonstrating deep familiarity with defense-grade engineering standards and operational field requirements.