Kurt Boyles

Kurt Boyles serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of acquisition activities within the naval shipbuilding and repair sector. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while facilitating timely and effective contract awards that support national defense readiness. His portfolio primarily encompasses complex, technical contracts for vessel construction, maintenance, modernization, and related marine systems, requiring deep familiarity with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements and naval engineering standards. Boyles works closely with program managers, technical evaluators, and legal advisors to structure solicitations that balance mission needs with fiscal responsibility and regulatory compliance. While specific contractor relationships are not publicly detailed, his procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with prime contractors possessing specialized capabilities in shipyard operations, naval architecture, and marine propulsion systems. He typically collaborates with large industrial firms experienced in Department of Defense shipbuilding programs, as well as subcontractors providing critical components such as electrical systems, hull fabrication, and combat systems integration. His working relationships are characterized by a focus on performance-based contracting and rigorous source selection processes aligned with technical merit and past performance. Kurt Boyles demonstrates no preference for socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of his acquisitions conducted under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic alignment with the unique scale and technical demands of shipbuilding, where only a limited number of qualified vendors possess the required facilities, certifications, and workforce expertise. His approach prioritizes capability over socioeconomic designation, ensuring mission-critical outcomes are met through the most qualified sources. His primary focus is on NAICS 336611—Ship Building and Repairing—where he procures end-to-end naval vessel construction, dry-docking services, structural repairs, and integrated system upgrades. He possesses specialized expertise in maritime defense acquisition, including compliance with naval standards such as MIL-SPEC and NAVSEA technical requirements, and is well-versed in the complexities of long-lead material procurement and shipyard capacity planning.