Laura Patterson

Laura Patterson serves as a Contract Specialist at the Naval Special Warfare Command, where she manages the acquisition of mission-critical equipment and services supporting elite maritime special operations forces. Her role encompasses the full lifecycle of procurement—from requirements validation and market research to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with FAR and DOD regulations. She specializes in complex, low-volume acquisitions for specialized tactical systems, including maritime mobility platforms, unmanned systems integration, and advanced training equipment, aligning procurement outcomes with the Command’s strategic priorities in unconventional warfare and operational readiness. Patterson maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of specialized vendors, including Trofholz Technologies, Inc., Pass Christian Yacht Works, LLC, and Teamworks Tactical Solutions Inc., reflecting a preference for niche manufacturers and service providers with proven expertise in defense-grade maritime and tactical systems. Her contracting patterns indicate deep collaboration with vendors capable of custom engineering, rapid prototyping, and compliance with stringent military specifications, often involving sole-source or limited-source justifications under FAR 6.302. Her procurement portfolio reflects a strong commitment to small business participation, with over 35% of awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While no other socioeconomic set-asides dominate her portfolio, her consistent use of small business set-asides demonstrates a deliberate effort to cultivate capable Tier 2 and Tier 3 suppliers within the defense industrial base. Patterson’s primary NAICS focus includes Boat Building (336612), Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing (339920), and All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing (339999), underscoring her expertise in procuring specialized watercraft, tactical gear, and custom-fabricated equipment. She frequently sources mission-essential items such as rigid-hull inflatable boats, dry-fit tactical apparel, and ruggedized communication peripherals, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with the unique operational demands of Naval Special Warfare units.