Henry Bijak

Henry J. Bijak serves as a Contract Specialist with the Military Sealift Fleet Support Command Norfolk (N40442), where he manages the acquisition of critical maintenance, repair, and modernization services for the U.S. Navy’s non-combatant, government-owned vessels. His role centers on ensuring operational readiness through the procurement of specialized engineering and industrial support services, including propulsion systems, marine HVAC, navigation instrumentation, and vessel repair infrastructure. Bijak executes complex contract actions under the Federal Acquisition Regulation, primarily handling service-based and technical support contracts that sustain the Maritime Logistics Fleet’s mission-critical capabilities. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, Bijak routinely engages with a diverse pool of industrial vendors specializing in marine engineering and mechanical systems. His procurement patterns reflect collaboration with firms possessing deep expertise in shipyard repair, marine power transmission, and naval-grade equipment manufacturing. He maintains a results-driven, compliance-focused working relationship with contractors, emphasizing technical capability, past performance, and adherence to Navy maintenance standards. Bijak’s contracting portfolio is predominantly non-set-aside, with approximately 79.7% of awards issued under full and open competition. However, he consistently supports small business participation, allocating roughly 20.3% of acquisitions to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. His approach reflects a balanced commitment to market competition while actively fostering opportunities for qualified small businesses in the maritime industrial base. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) and 333618 (Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing), reflecting his technical specialization in vessel overhaul, auxiliary power systems, and marine mechanical components. He frequently procures engineered solutions for propulsion retrofits, hull integrity upgrades, and integrated control systems, demonstrating deep familiarity with naval vessel sustainment requirements and industrial supply chain dynamics.