GySgt Haynes, Skylor

GySgt Haynes, Skylor serves as a key procurement lead within Marine Corps Special Operations Command (MARSOC), H92257, supporting the sustainment and modernization of special operations capabilities through mission-critical acquisitions. Responsible for managing contracts that enhance tactical readiness, Haynes focuses on technical training, specialized equipment, and computing infrastructure to ensure operational superiority for Marine Special Operations Forces. Their portfolio consistently prioritizes education and workforce development, particularly in combat skills instruction and technical proficiency programs, aligning with MARSOC’s mission to maintain a highly skilled, adaptive force. Haynes handles complex acquisitions under FAR Part 13 and Part 15, often coordinating with technical stakeholders to ensure compliance with special operations standards. Haynes maintains strategic relationships with a select group of contractors including GovLink LLC, Contemporary Product Solutions, Inc., GO GREEN HOME STAGING AND REDESIGN, LLC, and GIVENCHY COMMONS LLC. These partnerships reflect a blend of niche technical vendors and specialized service providers, with an emphasis on agile, responsive suppliers capable of supporting rapid deployment cycles and unconventional operational requirements. The working relationships are characterized by consistent re-engagement, indicating a preference for vendors with proven performance in delivering tailored solutions under demanding operational timelines. A strong commitment to small business participation is evident in Haynes’ contracting patterns, with 57.1% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to cultivate a diverse supplier base capable of meeting the unique needs of special operations forces. While no specific socioeconomic set-asides dominate, the consistent use of small business set-asides underscores a dedication to fostering innovation and resilience through economic inclusion in mission-critical procurement. The primary NAICS focus lies in 334111 (Electronic Computer Manufacturing), indicating a heavy emphasis on specialized computing hardware and ruggedized systems. Additional procurement activity spans 611420 (Computer Training) and 334290 (Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing), highlighting expertise in tactical education platforms, secure communications gear, and integrated training systems. These categories reveal a technical domain grounded in expeditionary IT, battlefield communications, and operator-centric technology development.