Daniel Calleja

Daniel Calleja serves as a key procurement professional at the Southwest Regional Maintenance Center under the Department of the Navy, where he supports the sustainment and modernization of naval vessel readiness through strategic acquisition of industrial and engineering services. His responsibilities encompass managing complex contracts for ship repair, facility upgrades, and specialized equipment procurement, ensuring alignment with naval operational requirements and industrial base resilience. He routinely handles acquisitions under the Federal Acquisition Regulation for maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, with a focus on mission-critical infrastructure and technical systems essential to fleet readiness. Calleja maintains consistent working relationships with core contractors including W. V. Construction Company, Turn Key Scaffolding LLC, and Premier Scaffolding, Inc., for structural and industrial support services, as well as Fairbanks Morse, LLC, for marine propulsion and auxiliary systems, and The Sherwin-Williams Company for protective coatings and marine-grade finishes. These partnerships reflect a pattern of engaging established industrial vendors with proven expertise in naval environments, emphasizing compliance with military specifications and long-term serviceability. His procurement strategy demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with over half of his acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate effort to cultivate a diverse supplier base and enhance regional economic resilience through targeted socioeconomic contracting, prioritizing small business eligibility without compromising technical performance or mission needs. Calleja’s primary acquisition focus centers on NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), followed by 335314 (Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing) and 332321 (Metal Window and Door Manufacturing). His technical domain expertise lies in naval industrial infrastructure, including mechanical systems, corrosion control, and facility modernization, ensuring that contracted goods and services meet stringent naval engineering standards and support the long-term operational availability of fleet assets.