Charles Clark

Charles Clark serves as a key procurement professional within the Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center under the Department of the Navy, supporting the sustainment and modernization of naval surface platforms. He manages acquisitions for critical shipbuilding components, structural metal systems, and mechanical subsystems essential to fleet readiness, with a focus on industrial-grade electrical equipment, marine HVAC systems, and precision fabrication services. His role is central to ensuring the operational integrity of naval vessels through timely, compliant contract execution aligned with Navy industrial base priorities. Clark maintains consistent working relationships with established industrial contractors including Fairlead Boatworks, Inc., General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc., Howard W. Pence, Inc., and Kampi Components Co., Inc., reflecting a preference for vendors with proven expertise in naval repair, metal fabrication, and specialized electrical component manufacturing. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical capability, quality assurance, and adherence to military specifications, fostering reliable supply chain continuity for mission-critical maintenance activities. A strong advocate for small business participation, Clark consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, directing over 63% of contract opportunities to small businesses. This pattern underscores a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals, enabling niche manufacturers and regional industrial firms to contribute meaningfully to naval readiness without reliance on large prime contractors. His portfolio reflects a deliberate balance between strategic sourcing and broad-based small business engagement. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 335999 (miscellaneous electrical equipment), 336611 (shipbuilding and repair), and 333415 (commercial and industrial refrigeration), indicating deep expertise in marine electrical systems, vessel structural fabrication, and climate control for naval infrastructure. He specializes in procuring custom-engineered components requiring strict compliance with Navy standards, demonstrating technical fluency in industrial manufacturing domains critical to surface fleet sustainment.