Chuck Chase

Chuck Chase serves as a key procurement lead at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Gf, supporting the Department of the Navy’s mission to sustain and modernize naval vessels through specialized industrial and engineering services. He manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions focused on precision manufacturing, mechanical system maintenance, and critical component supply chains essential to submarine and surface ship readiness. His work ensures compliance with naval engineering standards while facilitating timely delivery of high-integrity parts and repair services critical to operational continuity. Chase typically handles complex, technical contracts requiring rigorous quality assurance and supply chain traceability, often involving custom fabrication and industrial maintenance solutions. He maintains consistent working relationships with major industrial contractors including Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation, United Rentals (North America), Inc., and Kardex Remstar, LLC, partnering with firms capable of delivering specialized machinery, fluid power systems, and industrial logistics support. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration with suppliers possessing certified technical expertise in naval-grade fabrication and maintenance, ensuring alignment with shipyard safety and performance protocols. These partnerships are structured to support mission-critical timelines and compliance with Navy technical specifications. Chase demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 80% of his acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5. He frequently awards contracts to small disadvantaged and veteran-owned firms, with a notable emphasis on 8(a) competed set-asides, reflecting a deliberate strategy to broaden the industrial base and foster economic resilience within the defense supply chain. His contracting patterns prioritize socioeconomic goals without compromising technical rigor or mission readiness. His procurement focus centers on NAICS 332722 (fastener manufacturing), 811310 (industrial machinery repair), and 331210 (iron and steel pipe production), underscoring deep expertise in mechanical components and precision fabrication. He routinely sources valves, fittings, piping systems, and repair services essential to naval vessel integrity, demonstrating specialized knowledge in materials science, pressure-rated systems, and industrial maintenance protocols critical to submarine and surface fleet sustainment.