John P. Stefano

John W. Stefano serves as a Contracts Specialist at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock (N00167), where he plays a pivotal role in executing complex procurement actions to support the development and integration of advanced maritime systems. His responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of contract management for engineering, testing, and specialized equipment acquisitions critical to naval vessel performance, signature management, and propulsion systems. Stefano routinely handles sole-source, competitive, and sealed-bid procurements under FAR and DFARS guidelines, ensuring alignment with the Navy’s strategic goals in survivability, hydrodynamics, and sensor integration. He maintains established working relationships with leading defense and engineering contractors including BAE Systems Land & Armaments L.P., Goodrich Corp, and Aerospace & Commercial Technologies, LLC, often engaging them for technical services, prototype development, and specialized testing solutions. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for established industry partners with proven capabilities in naval systems, while also incorporating joint ventures and specialized small business entities to meet niche technical demands. Stefano’s contracting portfolio demonstrates a strong emphasis on small business participation, with 22.7% of awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate effort to foster innovation and capacity-building within the defense supply base. While the majority of acquisitions are unrestricted, his consistent use of small business set-asides underscores a commitment to socioeconomic goals without compromising mission-critical requirements. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 333618 (Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing), 335311 (Power Transformer Manufacturing), and 541330 (Engineering Services), reflecting deep engagement with propulsion components, power distribution systems, and technical engineering support. He routinely procures high-precision mechanical systems, specialized test equipment, and applied research services that directly enable the Navy’s advanced surface and underwater platform modernization initiatives.