James Wood

James Wood serves as a Contract Specialist with the Military Sealift Fleet Support Command Norfolk (N40442), where he manages the acquisition of critical engineering and maintenance services to sustain the U.S. Navy’s non-combatant fleet. His responsibilities include soliciting, evaluating, and awarding contracts for shipboard system modernization, propulsion maintenance, marine HVAC upgrades, and navigation instrumentation support. He plays a pivotal role in ensuring operational readiness by aligning procurement strategies with the agency’s mission to maintain maritime logistics capabilities through specialized industrial and technical services. His acquisitions typically involve complex, performance-based contracts requiring deep technical oversight and compliance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements. While specific contractor names are not available, James Wood routinely engages with a diverse pool of vendors specializing in marine engineering, naval systems integration, and port infrastructure support. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for established industrial contractors with proven experience in naval vessel sustainment, including firms capable of delivering certified marine mechanical and electrical repairs. He fosters collaborative relationships with vendors possessing Navy-qualified shipyard certifications and those capable of rapid response to vessel availability windows, emphasizing quality assurance and lifecycle support. James Wood demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with approximately 30.1% of his acquisitions set aside for total small businesses under FAR 19.5. While no specific socioeconomic set-asides like 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB are dominant, his portfolio consistently prioritizes small business eligibility, encouraging competition from firms with niche capabilities in marine systems and ship repair. His approach supports broader DoD goals of expanding the industrial base through inclusive contracting practices. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 488330 (Navigational Services to Shipping) and 483111 (Deep Sea Freight Transportation), with significant activity in 333618 (Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing) and 335313 (Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing). He procures specialized marine propulsion components, vessel automation systems, and port operations support services, reflecting deep technical expertise in naval logistics and maritime infrastructure sustainment.