Krystle Jones

Krystle Jones supports the procurement mission of the Mid Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center under the Department of the Navy, facilitating critical acquisitions to sustain and modernize naval surface platforms and shore-based infrastructure. Though her official title is not listed, her role centers on managing contract actions for shipbuilding and repair components, ensuring alignment with fleet readiness objectives. She handles complex procurements for structural metal systems, mechanical subsystems, and precision-engineered components essential to vessel integrity, working closely with industrial partners to deliver mission-critical capabilities under stringent naval specifications. Jones maintains established relationships with key contractors including Fairlead Boatworks, Inc., General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc., Howard W. Pence, Inc., and Kampi Components Co. Inc., reflecting a preference for specialized industrial vendors with proven expertise in naval maintenance and shipyard support. Her contracting patterns indicate consistent collaboration with firms possessing deep domain knowledge in marine fabrication, systems integration, and naval-grade mechanical assembly, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in technical reliability and regulatory compliance. Her procurement strategy strongly prioritizes local and small business participation, with 75% of awards designated under the Local Area Set-Aside (FAR 26.2) and 25% under Total Small Business Set-Asides (FAR 19.5). This reflects a deliberate commitment to economic development within the Mid-Atlantic region and active support for small businesses capable of delivering niche shipyard services. Her approach ensures broad vendor engagement while maintaining high standards for quality and delivery. All acquisitions fall exclusively under NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), underscoring her specialized focus on the naval industrial base. She procures fabricated hull components, corrosion-resistant structural elements, propulsion subsystems, and repair kits tailored to surface fleet requirements, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with naval engineering standards and shipyard operational workflows.