Matthew Collins

Matthew Collins supports the procurement mission of NAVFACSYSCOM Mid-Atlantic, a field activity of the Department of the Navy, by managing acquisition programs for critical infrastructure projects across Navy and Marine Corps installations in the Mid-Atlantic region. His work centers on the planning, design, construction, and sustainment of mission-critical facilities and utilities, ensuring operational readiness through resilient and compliant contracting solutions. He typically handles complex construction, facilities support, and technical services acquisitions under FAR Part 36 and related authorities, coordinating with engineers, project managers, and environmental specialists to align contracting actions with strategic readiness goals. Collins maintains consistent working relationships with established prime contractors including Ryan Construction Co. Inc., Weeks-Cashman JV, Appledore Marine – CH2M JV, W.M. Jordan Company, Inc., and McKenzie Construction & Site Development LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for experienced firms capable of delivering large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects involving marine infrastructure, institutional construction, and long-term facility maintenance. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, integrated project delivery, and contractor accountability in high-stakes operational environments. A strong advocate for small business participation, Collins consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with over half of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to foster competition, enhance regional economic development, and leverage the agility of small firms in delivering specialized construction and support services. His portfolio demonstrates a balanced commitment to socioeconomic contracting without compromising mission requirements. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), 561210 (Facilities Support Services), and 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services), with additional activity in inland water freight transportation. He routinely procures services related to facility maintenance, environmental compliance testing, energy system upgrades, and infrastructure modernization, demonstrating deep expertise in defense construction and lifecycle facility management.