Colin J. Edick

Colin Edick serves as the primary contracting representative for Mschq Norfolk under the Department of the Navy, overseeing the acquisition of mission-critical maritime sustainment services and specialized equipment to maintain the operational readiness of U.S. Navy surface and auxiliary fleets. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts spanning ship repair, marine transportation, and engineered naval systems, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and strategic fleet sustainment objectives. His role is central to enabling continuous naval deployment by securing timely, high-integrity logistics and maintenance solutions across domestic and international operational theaters. Edick maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including ExxonMobil Marine Limited for marine fuel and logistics support, Vigor Marine LLC for shipyard repair and modernization, Booz Allen Hamilton Inc. for technical and operational analysis, Foreign Policy Research Institute for strategic maritime policy inputs, and Ontic Engineering & Manufacturing, Inc. for precision marine components. These partnerships reflect a preference for established industry leaders with proven naval experience, alongside specialized firms capable of delivering complex, high-reliability systems under strict military specifications. His procurement approach prioritizes open competition, with 77.1% of awards issued without set-aside designations, reflecting the technical complexity and scale of requirements. However, he actively supports small business participation, allocating 22.9% of awards to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both operational necessity and socioeconomic contracting goals. Edick’s primary NAICS focus areas include Ship Building and Repairing (336611), Turbine and Turbine Generator Set Units Manufacturing (333611), and Measuring, Dispensing, and Pumping Equipment Manufacturing (333914), underscoring his technical expertise in naval propulsion systems, auxiliary power units, and marine fluid handling infrastructure. His acquisitions consistently target mission-critical hardware and integrated systems that support vessel survivability, endurance, and combat readiness.