Stephen B. Calitri

CDR Stephen B. Calitri serves as a key procurement lead within the Military Sealift Fleet Support Command, supporting the Department of the Navy’s mission to sustain the operational readiness of the U.S. Navy’s non-combatant fleet. He manages complex acquisitions for ship repair, propulsion system modernization, and marine engineering services, ensuring auxiliary vessels remain mission-capable through technical oversight and contract administration. His work directly enables the command’s focus on vessel seaworthiness, environmental control systems, and long-term infrastructure resilience, bridging engineering requirements with acquisition execution to meet strategic fleet sustainment goals. While specific contractor names are not publicly available, CDR Calitri maintains relationships with a diverse base of industrial partners, including shipyards, marine engineering firms, and specialized testing laboratories. His procurement approach emphasizes technical competency and compliance with naval maritime standards, fostering partnerships with vendors capable of delivering certified ship repair, propulsion maintenance, and systems integration services. He routinely engages with both large prime contractors and qualified small businesses to ensure timely delivery of mission-critical support across the Navy’s auxiliary fleet. CDR Calitri’s contracting portfolio reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 87.5% of acquisitions conducted without set-asides. However, he consistently allocates 12.5% of opportunities to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to small business participation. His patterns indicate a preference for broad-based small business engagement over narrow socioeconomic categories, supporting a resilient supplier base without prioritizing 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB-specific programs. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), reflecting deep expertise in vessel maintenance and dry-dock modernization. He also regularly procures engineering services (541330), computer systems design (541512), and testing laboratory services (541380), underscoring a technical portfolio that integrates mechanical, electrical, and digital systems to enhance fleet reliability and environmental compliance.