Carolyn S Cross

Carolyn S. Cross serves as a Contract Specialist at the Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk (NAVSUP FLC Norfolk), where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain U.S. Navy operational readiness. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts for engineering, logistics, and maintenance services, ensuring alignment with naval platform sustainment goals and defense acquisition regulations. Her portfolio emphasizes technical services and specialized manufacturing, supporting the Navy’s need for advanced avionics, navigation systems, and mission-critical communications infrastructure. Cross ensures compliance with federal procurement standards while fostering efficient, transparent contract execution across complex technical domains. She maintains established working relationships with a select group of high-capability contractors, including OBSIDIAN GLOBAL, LLC, Deloitte & Touche LLP, and Computational Physics Inc., reflecting a preference for firms with proven expertise in defense-grade systems integration and technical support. Her procurement patterns indicate collaboration with vendors possessing deep domain knowledge in aerospace, software development, and electronic instrumentation, often requiring specialized clearances and technical certifications. These partnerships are characterized by long-term engagement, performance-based outcomes, and adherence to rigorous quality assurance protocols. Cross’s contracting activity reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 81.8% of awards issued without set-aside designations. However, she consistently supports small business participation, with 18.2% of contracts awarded under Total Small Business Set-Asides in accordance with FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced approach that prioritizes both capability and socioeconomic objectives without compromising mission requirements. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services) and 334511 (Aeronautical and Nautical System Manufacturing), each accounting for 25% of her portfolio. She also regularly acquires audio/video equipment (334310), business support services (561499), and guided missile components (336419), underscoring her technical expertise in naval electronics, software development, and mission systems integration.