Kevin L. Armstrong

Kevin L. Armstrong serves as a Contract Specialist at the Southeast Regional Maintenance Center (N40027), a key facility within the Department of Defense responsible for sustaining the U.S. Navy’s surface fleet through dry-docking, structural overhauls, and system modernization. In this role, he manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions for ship repair and construction services under NAICS 336611, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and alignment with naval readiness objectives. His responsibilities include soliciting, evaluating, and awarding contracts for complex marine engineering tasks, including hull rehabilitation, propulsion system upgrades, and corrosion control, all critical to extending the service life of naval vessels. Armstrong collaborates with a diverse pool of qualified contractors specializing in naval shipyard services, including shipbuilders, marine fabricators, and certified industrial maintenance providers. While no single vendor dominates his portfolio, he fosters long-term partnerships with firms possessing Navy-qualified shipyard certifications and demonstrated expertise in naval vessel repair standards. His contracting approach emphasizes technical capability, past performance, and compliance with naval safety and quality protocols. His procurement patterns reflect a strong commitment to small business participation, with approximately one-third of awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He consistently prioritizes opportunities for small businesses without favoring specific socioeconomic categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, instead focusing on capability and capacity to execute complex shipyard work. This balanced approach ensures broad competition while expanding access for qualified small firms. Armstrong’s entire acquisition portfolio is concentrated in NAICS 336611, reflecting deep specialization in naval shipbuilding and repair. He procures services ranging from dry-dock planning and structural welding to electrical and mechanical system retrofits, requiring contractors with Navy-recognized shipyard credentials and experience in military vessel maintenance standards. His technical expertise ensures acquisitions align with the Navy’s lifecycle sustainment strategy and industrial base resilience goals.