James E Lewis

James E. Lewis711 serves as a primary contracting professional within the Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support Mechanism (NAVSUP WSS Mech, N00104), responsible for managing the acquisition of mission-critical mechanical, electrical, and electronic components that sustain the operational readiness of U.S. Navy weapon systems. His procurement activities center on high-reliability subsystems including pumping systems, valve assemblies, circuit board manufacturing, and precision instrumentation, ensuring the continued functionality of naval platforms through timely and technically rigorous contract actions. He plays a pivotal role in aligning acquisition strategy with the Navy’s modernization and sustainment priorities. Lewis711 maintains consistent relationships with leading defense and industrial suppliers, most notably Raytheon Company, AMD International Technologies LLC, and The Entwistle Company LLC, reflecting a preference for established contractors with proven expertise in defense-grade manufacturing and systems integration. His contracting patterns emphasize long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical capability, quality assurance, and compliance with military specifications, particularly for components requiring stringent environmental and performance certifications. While the majority of his acquisitions—85%—are conducted as full and open competitions, he actively supports small business participation through Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to expanding the defense industrial base. His socioeconomic contracting approach prioritizes qualified small businesses without reliance on specialized set-aside programs like 8(a) or HUBZone, favoring broad-based competition with targeted small business inclusion. His technical focus lies primarily in NAICS 335931 (current-carrying wiring devices), 334412 (bare printed circuit board manufacturing), and 334515 (instrumentation for electrical signal measurement), reflecting deep expertise in electronic subsystems and precision mechanical components. He routinely procures high-integrity wiring harnesses, bare PCBs, valve fittings, and test instrumentation essential to naval weapon system maintenance and upgrade cycles.