Mary Taylor 564-226-0669 Mary Taylor

Mary “Abbey” Taylor serves as a primary contracting professional at the Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk (NAVSUP FLC Norfolk), where she plays a pivotal role in securing mission-critical logistics, engineering, and technical services that sustain U.S. Navy fleet readiness. She manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions aligned with the agency’s mandate to ensure maritime superiority through reliable infrastructure, maintenance, and communications support. Her work spans complex service contracts requiring technical oversight, including software development, systems engineering, and specialized maintenance solutions, often involving high-stakes operational environments where reliability and compliance are non-negotiable. Taylor maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of prime contractors, including Obsidian Global, LLC, Deloitte & Touche LLP, and Computational Physics Inc., reflecting a preference for established firms with proven expertise in defense logistics and advanced technical services. Her procurement approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and contract compliance, fostering long-term partnerships with vendors capable of delivering integrated solutions across engineering, cybersecurity, and fleet sustainment domains. She frequently collaborates with contractors possessing Department of Defense clearances and experience in naval platform support. While the majority of her acquisitions are open to all competitors, she consistently allocates approximately 20% of her portfolio to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a structured commitment to small business participation without favoring specific socioeconomic categories like 8(a) or HUBZone. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach—prioritizing capability and capacity while ensuring equitable access for qualified small businesses. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Software Publishers (513210) and Engineering Services (541330), underscoring her expertise in procuring custom software, simulation tools, and technical consulting services. She also routinely acquires niche services such as locksmithing (561622) and environmental support (562991), indicating a broad operational scope that extends beyond traditional defense IT to encompass facility-level sustainment and mission-enabling infrastructure.