Matthew E Kohler

Matthew E. Kohler serves as a Contract Specialist at the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (N4523A), where he plays a pivotal role in executing complex procurement actions to sustain the U.S. Navy’s fleet readiness. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of contracts—from requirements validation and solicitation to award and administration—he ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while supporting critical ship repair, maintenance, and industrial modernization efforts. His portfolio primarily encompasses acquisition actions for shipyard infrastructure, precision industrial services, and specialized maritime equipment, aligning directly with the agency’s mission to maintain operational availability of naval vessels through advanced lifecycle management. Kohler maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of established contractors, including LAKE UNION DRYDOCK CO, SUNBELT RENTALS, INC, FLUKE ELECTRONICS CORP, PAULEY RODINE INC, and MOTIVE POWER MARINE, LLC. These partnerships reflect a focus on vendors capable of delivering specialized shipyard services such as drydock operations, calibrated diagnostic instrumentation, welding systems, and marine propulsion support. His contracting approach emphasizes reliability, technical proficiency, and long-term vendor collaboration to meet the high-precision demands of naval industrial operations. A strong advocate for small business participation, Kohler consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with over half of his acquisitions structured to promote small business involvement. His procurement patterns reflect a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic programs, ensuring opportunities for small disadvantaged, veteran-owned, and other eligible entities within the maritime industrial base. His technical expertise centers on NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), with significant activity in welding and soldering equipment manufacturing (333992) and metal coating services (332812). He routinely procures industrial-grade tools, non-destructive testing systems, marine power systems, and specialty trade contractor services essential to maintaining naval vessel integrity and mission-critical readiness.