Clarence G. Spaulding

Clarence G. Spaulding serves as a Contract Specialist at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center under the Department of the Navy, where he plays a pivotal role in executing procurements critical to sustaining naval surface platforms and shore-based infrastructure. His responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of acquisition actions—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—for shipbuilding components, structural metal systems, and mechanical subsystems essential to fleet readiness. Spaulding specializes in complex industrial support contracts requiring technical precision and strict compliance with Navy maintenance standards, ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical assets that uphold vessel integrity and operational capability. He maintains enduring relationships with key industrial partners including Fairlead Boatworks, Inc., General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc., Howard W. Pence, Inc., and Kampi Components Co., Inc., reflecting a preference for established vendors with proven expertise in naval repair, precision fabrication, and systems integration. His contracting patterns indicate a reliance on long-standing vendor partnerships with deep domain knowledge in shipyard operations and marine mechanical systems, fostering reliable performance and technical alignment with Navy maintenance protocols. Spaulding’s procurement portfolio is predominantly unrestricted, with 80% of awards issued under no set-aside provisions, while 17.5% are structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 and 2.5% as local area set-asides under FAR 26.2. This demonstrates a balanced approach—prioritizing mission efficiency while actively supporting small business participation, particularly among qualified small businesses capable of delivering specialized marine components and industrial services. His primary focus lies in NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), accounting for over 60% of his acquisitions, with secondary emphasis on ball and roller bearing manufacturing (332991) and related industrial support services. Spaulding’s expertise centers on procuring high-integrity mechanical and structural systems for naval vessels, requiring deep familiarity with military specifications, material certifications, and repair cycle logistics.