Gary Chandler

Gary Chandler supports DLA Maritime – Portsmouth in executing critical procurement operations that sustain the U.S. Navy’s fleet readiness through the acquisition of specialized mechanical, electrical, and industrial components. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts for fasteners, valves, wiring devices, abrasives, and precision metal fabrications essential to shipboard systems, ensuring reliable supply chains under demanding maritime operational conditions. His work directly enables mission-critical maintenance and modernization efforts across naval vessels, aligning with DLA’s mandate to deliver timely, quality-assured logistics support to the fleet. Chandler maintains consistent contracting relationships with key industry partners including Huntington Ingalls Inc., Advanced Structures Corporation, Aerospace & Commercial Technologies, LLC, Polytech Defense Spares LLC, and McKenzie Construction & Site Development LLC. These partnerships reflect a mix of large prime contractors and specialized suppliers with deep domain expertise in naval infrastructure, marine systems, and industrial fabrication. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, performance-based contracting, and technical compliance with naval specifications. A strong advocate for small business inclusion, Chandler consistently prioritizes Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with approximately 76.5% of his awards directed to small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to cultivate a resilient, diverse supplier base capable of meeting the Navy’s unique technical requirements. His contracting patterns demonstrate a preference for socioeconomic programs that enhance competition and innovation among qualified small firms. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 332919 (Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing), 332911 (Industrial Valve Manufacturing), 325510 (Paint and Coating Manufacturing), 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), and 326220 (Rubber and Plastics Hoses and Belting Manufacturing). He specializes in sourcing mission-critical components for propulsion systems, corrosion-resistant coatings, hydraulic and pneumatic assemblies, and marine-grade sealing solutions, demonstrating deep technical fluency in naval engineering and maritime logistics domains.