Daniel M. Glod

Daniel M. Glod serves as a key procurement professional within the Military Sealift Command, supporting the Department of Defense’s strategic sealift mission through the management of complex maritime logistics contracts. He oversees the acquisition of ocean transportation services, vessel maintenance, and specialized maritime systems critical to sustaining global naval operations. His portfolio includes contracts for deep-sea and coastal freight transportation, ship repair, and ancillary maritime technologies, ensuring the readiness of both government-owned and chartered vessels. Glod’s work directly enables the MSC’s operational tempo by securing reliable, resilient, and mission-critical maritime capabilities under FAR and DFARS compliance frameworks. Glod collaborates with a diverse range of contractors, including major maritime service providers, shipyard operators, and specialized engineering firms capable of supporting naval vessel sustainment and cargo transport. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven experience in military sealift operations, while maintaining flexibility to integrate qualified small businesses. He consistently engages with contractors possessing relevant maritime certifications, including U.S. Coast Guard vessel operating authority and ISO-compliant maintenance protocols, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in performance accountability and operational interoperability. Glod demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with the majority of his acquisitions structured as open competitions, yet a significant portion—20%—reserved for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and an additional 5% allocated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This balanced approach ensures broad market access while prioritizing veteran-owned enterprises with relevant maritime expertise, aligning with DoD’s broader small business participation goals. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 483111 (Deep Sea Freight Transportation) and 483113 (Coastal and Great Lakes Freight Transportation), with substantial activity in shipbuilding and repair (336611) and related maritime components. He routinely procures specialized marine systems, navigational electronics, and chemical logistics support, reflecting deep technical expertise in naval logistics infrastructure and ocean-going vessel sustainment.