Maria J. Azmitia

Maria J. Azmitia serves as a Contract Specialist with the Military Sealift Fleet Support Command Norfolk (N40442), where she plays a pivotal role in securing critical maintenance, repair, and modernization services for the U.S. Navy’s non-combatant fleet. Her responsibilities include planning, soliciting, awarding, and administering contracts for complex marine systems, including propulsion components, marine HVAC, navigation instrumentation, and vessel repair infrastructure. She ensures acquisitions align with Department of Defense regulations and support the operational readiness of government-owned ships through timely, compliant, and technically sound procurement actions. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Azmitia maintains consistent working relationships with industrial vendors specializing in marine engineering, shipyard services, and precision mechanical component manufacturing. Her procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and lifecycle support, fostering partnerships with firms possessing deep expertise in naval vessel sustainment and industrial repair capabilities. She prioritizes vendors with proven experience in federal maritime maintenance environments and a track record of delivering mission-critical technical solutions under stringent quality and compliance standards. Azmitia’s contracting portfolio reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 81.8% of acquisitions conducted without set-asides. However, she actively supports small business participation, with 18.2% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. Her pattern demonstrates a balanced commitment to maximizing competition while ensuring meaningful opportunities for qualified small businesses, though no specific socioeconomic categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB dominate her awards. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 333618 (Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing), 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery Repair), 336612 (Boat Building), and 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), reflecting her technical specialization in marine propulsion, auxiliary systems, and vessel overhaul services. She routinely procures custom-engineered gaskets, sealing devices, and marine-grade mechanical components, demonstrating deep familiarity with naval engineering standards and industrial maintenance workflows.