Jessica M. Hathaway

Jessica M. Hathaway serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of complex procurement actions, from requirements validation and solicitation development to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing mission-critical capabilities for her organization. Her acquisitions primarily support maritime infrastructure and engineering services, with a strong emphasis on technical rigor and regulatory adherence. Hathaway routinely handles competitive sealed bidding and negotiated procurements under FAR Part 15, focusing on high-value, mission-essential contracts requiring specialized expertise and rigorous source selection processes. While specific contractor names are not available, Hathaway maintains a consistent pattern of engaging with prime contractors possessing deep expertise in shipbuilding, boat manufacturing, and professional engineering services. Her working relationships are characterized by structured competition and performance-based contract management, ensuring accountability and technical fidelity. She collaborates closely with technical evaluators and acquisition teams to align vendor capabilities with operational needs, fostering transparent and defensible sourcing decisions. Hathaway’s procurement strategy reflects a strong preference for open competition, with approximately 90.9% of her awards issued as non-set-aside actions. The remaining 9.1% are awarded under Total Small Business Set-Asides (FAR 19.5), demonstrating a measured but intentional commitment to small business participation without compromising mission readiness. Her approach prioritizes market research and fair opportunity, ensuring small businesses compete on equal footing while maintaining the integrity of the acquisition process. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), which accounts for 80% of her activity, followed by NAICS 336612 (Boat Building) and 541330 (Engineering Services). She specializes in procuring naval vessel maintenance, marine systems integration, and technical engineering support services, requiring deep domain knowledge in maritime engineering standards, naval architecture, and defense-related compliance frameworks.