Daniel M. Baker

Daniel M. Baker supports the Commander (M00264) within the Department of the Navy in executing mission-critical procurement initiatives aimed at modernizing naval warfighting capabilities. He manages acquisitions for advanced command and control systems, tactical computing environments, and integrated sensor and communication platforms essential to operational readiness. His role centers on ensuring timely delivery of technology-enabled solutions that enhance cyber-enabled decision-making and battlefield interoperability, aligning procurement activities with the agency’s strategic priorities in systems engineering and defense innovation. Baker maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of specialized contractors, including GOLDBELT HAWK L.L.C., ALEX-ALTERNATIVE EXPERTS, LLC, and TNDA TECHNOLOGIES INC., which provide systems integration, technical analysis, and mission support services. He frequently collaborates with niche vendors offering tailored engineering solutions and specialized training services, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in technical expertise and responsive performance. His procurement approach emphasizes vendor reliability, domain-specific knowledge, and the ability to operate within secure, classified environments. His contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 65% of awards issued without set-asides, while maintaining a deliberate 35% commitment to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This balance underscores a strategic emphasis on leveraging small business innovation without compromising mission-critical delivery timelines or technical rigor. He actively engages small businesses across multiple socioeconomic categories, promoting competitive access while ensuring capability alignment. Baker’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 611430 (professional and management development training) and 335999 (miscellaneous electrical equipment manufacturing), reflecting demand for workforce development in naval systems and specialized electronic components. He also procures niche technical services related to tactical computing, sensor integration, and mission-critical training systems, demonstrating deep expertise in defense electronics, human performance optimization, and secure communications infrastructure.