Leo Dougherty

Leo T. Dougherty serves as a Contract Specialist within the Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support Mechanism (NAVSUP WSS Mech, N00104), where he plays a pivotal role in securing mission-critical components that sustain the operational readiness of U.S. Navy weapon systems. He manages the full lifecycle of complex procurements for high-reliability mechanical, electrical, and electronic subsystems, including pumping systems, valve assemblies, circuit board manufacturing, and precision drive components. His work directly supports the modernization and maintenance of advanced naval platforms, ensuring compliance with defense acquisition regulations and technical performance standards. Dougherty’s acquisitions are primarily governed by FAR and DFARS frameworks, with a strong emphasis on technical specifications and supply chain resilience. His primary contractor relationships are with industry leaders such as Raytheon Company and AMD International Technologies LLC, with whom he maintains consistent, long-term contracting patterns for specialized defense electronics and electromechanical systems. He also collaborates with The Entwistle Company LLC, a trusted vendor for precision-engineered mechanical components. These partnerships reflect a preference for established defense contractors with proven capabilities in military-grade manufacturing, quality assurance, and rapid response to urgent operational requirements. Dougherty’s contracting activity shows a strong preference for open competition, with 97.8% of awards issued without set-aside designations. While small business participation is limited to approximately 2.3% of awards, primarily under Total Small Business Set-Asides (FAR 19.5), his approach prioritizes technical capability and mission necessity over socioeconomic preferences, aligning with the agency’s focus on mission-critical performance. His procurement portfolio is heavily concentrated in NAICS 334111 (Electronic Computer Manufacturing) and 334290 (Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in digital avionics, signal processing hardware, and embedded systems. He also regularly acquires components under NAICS 333612 for industrial speed changers and high-speed drives, demonstrating specialized knowledge in mechanical power transmission systems critical to naval propulsion and weapon actuation.