Daniel Breedlove

Daniel Breedlove serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of complex acquisition programs within the defense maritime sector. He plays a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while executing competitive and transparent contracting actions that align with national shipbuilding priorities. His portfolio centers on the design, construction, maintenance, and modernization of naval vessels and associated systems, requiring deep technical understanding of shipyard operations, marine engineering standards, and defense acquisition policy. Breedlove routinely handles fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contracts, often coordinating with program managers, technical evaluators, and legal counsel to ensure contractual clarity and risk mitigation. While specific contractor names are not disclosed in available records, Breedlove’s procurement activity consistently engages qualified industrial vendors with proven expertise in naval architecture, propulsion systems, and ship repair infrastructure. He maintains a vendor ecosystem composed of prime contractors with established track records in federal shipbuilding, as well as specialized subcontractors supporting niche capabilities such as hull fabrication, electrical integration, and corrosion control. His working relationships are characterized by structured competition, rigorous source selection, and adherence to performance-based acquisition principles. Breedlove’s contracting activity reflects a strict focus on open competition, with 100% of his awards issued under non-set-aside procedures. This indicates a deliberate preference for full and open competition rather than socioeconomic set-asides, consistent with the strategic nature of naval shipbuilding programs that often require large-scale industrial capacity and specialized certifications beyond typical small business thresholds. His primary technical domain is NAICS 336611 — Ship Building and Repairing — where he specializes in procuring complex, capital-intensive maritime systems. This includes new construction of military vessels, mid-life upgrades, dry-docking services, and advanced integration of combat systems. Breedlove’s expertise lies in navigating the technical intricacies of naval platforms and ensuring contractual language accurately captures performance, safety, and lifecycle support requirements critical to fleet readiness.