Maurice L. Hawkins

Maurice L. Hawkins serves as a Contract Specialist within Mschq Norfolk under the Department of the Navy, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain the operational readiness of U.S. Navy surface and auxiliary vessels. His portfolio encompasses complex procurements for ship repair, marine equipment, logistics support, and specialized maritime transportation services, ensuring fleet assets remain mission-ready. He manages full lifecycle contracting actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and contract administration—aligning all acquisitions with Navy strategic priorities and federal procurement regulations. Hawkins maintains consistent working relationships with key industry partners including EXXONMOBIL MARINE LIMITED, VIGOR MARINE LLC, and BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC, reflecting a preference for established contractors with proven capabilities in naval logistics, shipyard modernization, and defense engineering support. His contracting patterns demonstrate a reliance on experienced vendors capable of delivering high-complexity marine systems and technical services under stringent military standards, with a focus on performance-based outcomes and compliance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements. His set-aside preferences reveal a strong orientation toward full and open competition, with 92.9% of awards issued without socioeconomic set-asides. While small business participation remains limited at 7.1%, primarily through Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, his approach prioritizes mission necessity and technical capability over socioeconomic preferences, consistent with the Navy’s operational imperatives. Hawkins specializes in procurements governed by NAICS codes 811310 (commercial and industrial machinery repair), 333921 (elevator and moving stairway manufacturing), and 336611 (shipbuilding and repair), indicating deep expertise in maritime infrastructure, mechanical systems, and vessel sustainment. He frequently acquires mission-critical marine equipment, repair services, and specialized components essential to fleet maintenance, demonstrating technical fluency in naval engineering domains and supply chain resilience for deployed assets.