James L. Peters

James K. Peters serves as a Contract Specialist with the Military Sealift Fleet Support Command Norfolk (N40442), where he plays a pivotal role in executing complex procurement actions to sustain the U.S. Navy’s non-combatant fleet. His responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle management of contracts for ship repair, marine systems modernization, and industrial support services, ensuring operational readiness of government-owned vessels. Peters specializes in acquisitions governed by FAR Part 13 and Part 15, frequently managing task orders under indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contracts for propulsion system overhauls, marine HVAC upgrades, and navigation instrumentation replacements. He operates within a mission-critical environment where timely, technically sound contracting directly impacts maritime logistics readiness. While specific contractor names are not publicly enumerated, Peters maintains robust working relationships with a diverse pool of industrial vendors, including certified shipyards, marine engineering firms, and specialized equipment suppliers. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and technical compliance, fostering partnerships with firms possessing Navy-qualified certifications for vessel maintenance and naval architecture services. He consistently engages with contractors capable of delivering just-in-time support under stringent maritime regulatory standards. Peters exhibits a strong preference for open competition, with 71.4% of his acquisitions issued without set-aside restrictions. However, he actively supports small business participation, with 28.6% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate effort to broaden vendor diversity without compromising technical rigor. His contracting patterns align with DoD goals to enhance small business access to maritime industrial base opportunities. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), with significant activity in fabricated structural metal manufacturing (332312) and marine HVAC systems (333415). He regularly sources specialized components for propulsion, auxiliary machinery, and vessel repair infrastructure, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with naval engineering standards and commercial marine supply chains.