Janet L Thurman

Janet M. Thurman serves as a Contract Specialist with the Military Sealift Command (MSC), where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex acquisition strategies that support the nation’s strategic sealift and afloat logistics capabilities. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions—from requirements validation and market research to contract award and administration—Thurman ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with MSC’s mission to sustain global naval operations. Her portfolio primarily encompasses industrial equipment, vessel systems, and technical services critical to maintaining the readiness of government-owned and chartered maritime assets. Thurman collaborates with a diverse range of defense contractors and engineering firms specializing in marine systems, industrial controls, and naval support services. While no single contractor dominates her award profile, she consistently engages with vendors possessing deep expertise in shipbuilding, propulsion systems, and mission-critical computing infrastructure. Her working relationships reflect a preference for technically proficient suppliers capable of delivering customized, high-reliability solutions under stringent DoD compliance standards. Thurman’s contracting patterns show a strong emphasis on full and open competition, with 100% of her acquisitions conducted without set-asides. This reflects a mission-driven focus on maximizing technical capability and operational readiness over socioeconomic preferences, though she remains compliant with all applicable small business regulations and may consider small business submissions where they meet performance and technical thresholds. Her primary procurement focus lies within NAICS 335314 (relay and industrial control manufacturing), 336611 (shipbuilding and repairing), 333612 (industrial drive and gear manufacturing), 541513 (computer facilities management), and 336612 (boat building). She specializes in acquiring engineered components for vessel propulsion, automation systems, and shore-based support infrastructure, demonstrating technical fluency in maritime engineering domains and naval logistics systems.