Myles Gasalao

Myles Gasalao serves as a Contract Specialist within the Military Sealift Command (N40443), supporting the Department of the Navy’s mission to sustain the operational readiness of U.S. Navy auxiliary and sealift vessels. In this role, he manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions for mission-critical marine systems, including propulsion components, environmental control units, and fluid handling equipment essential to fleet sustainment. His responsibilities encompass solicitation development, source selection, contract award, and post-award administration, ensuring compliance with FAR and Navy-specific acquisition policies. Gasalao specializes in complex acquisitions involving shipbuilding, repair, and integration of specialized subsystems for ocean-going support vessels, bridging technical requirements with sound contracting practices to deliver reliable maritime capabilities. Gasalao maintains collaborative relationships with a diverse pool of industrial contractors, primarily focused on marine engineering firms, naval systems integrators, and specialized manufacturers of industrial valves, HVAC equipment, and ship repair services. He engages with both large prime contractors and qualified small businesses, fostering transparent, competitive bidding environments while ensuring technical compliance and delivery performance. His contracting approach emphasizes risk mitigation, clear statement of work development, and rigorous contractor performance monitoring to safeguard mission-critical readiness. Gasalao demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 20% of his portfolio designated for Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of his acquisitions remain open to all competitors, he actively promotes opportunities for small businesses with expertise in marine systems, industrial manufacturing, and naval maintenance services. His contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach that prioritizes competition while advancing socioeconomic goals within the Navy’s procurement framework. His primary technical focus lies in NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), with significant activity in 333415 (HVAC and refrigeration equipment) and 332911 (industrial valves). He routinely procures engineered components for shipboard systems, including climate control units, fluid transfer valves, and specialized electrical subsystems, demonstrating deep familiarity with naval engineering standards and maritime operational requirements.