Danielle R. Rhone

Danielle R. Rhone serves as a key procurement professional within the Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support Mechanism (NAVSUP WSS Mech), supporting the operational readiness of U.S. Navy weapon systems through the acquisition of mission-critical mechanical and electronic components. She manages complex contracting actions for high-reliability machinery, precision valve assemblies, pumping systems, and circuit board manufacturing, ensuring the sustainment and modernization of naval platforms. Her work directly enables the maintenance and upgrade of advanced naval equipment, with a focus on technical specifications requiring strict compliance with military standards and quality assurance protocols. Rhone maintains consistent contracting relationships with industry leaders including Raytheon Company, AMD International Technologies LLC, and The Entwistle Company LLC, reflecting a preference for established vendors with proven expertise in defense-grade manufacturing. Her procurement patterns indicate deep collaboration with contractors possessing specialized capabilities in metal valve fabrication, current-carrying wiring devices, and precision hardware, often requiring ITAR compliance and defense supply chain certifications. Her contracting activity is predominantly unreserved, with 89.8% of awards issued without set-asides, indicating a strong emphasis on technical capability and mission urgency over socioeconomic preferences. However, she actively supports small business participation through Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced approach that prioritizes performance while fostering vendor diversity within the defense industrial base. Rhone’s procurement focus centers on NAICS 332919 (Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing), which accounts for 60% of her portfolio, alongside significant activity in current-carrying wiring device manufacturing (335931) and hardware production (332510). Her technical expertise lies in sourcing components that meet stringent naval environmental and operational requirements, ensuring compatibility with shipboard systems and mission-critical weapon platforms.