Navin M. Ausley

Navin M. Ausley serves as a Storekeeper at the U.S. Coast Guard’s Tracen YORKTOWN (70Z041), playing a critical role in the agency’s operational readiness by managing the receipt, storage, inventory control, and distribution of mission-critical equipment and supplies. His responsibilities directly support the sustainment of maritime surveillance systems, vessel safety infrastructure, and personnel training facilities, ensuring that frontline units have timely access to certified hardware and software assets. He works closely with contracting specialists to validate requisitions, maintain compliance with federal inventory standards, and facilitate the flow of procurement from acquisition to field deployment, acting as a vital link between logistics operations and contract execution. While specific contractor names are not available in current records, Ausley maintains consistent working relationships with merchant wholesalers and manufacturers specializing in commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) technology, audio-video systems, and transportation logistics support. His role requires close coordination with vendors to ensure delivery timelines align with operational cycles and that all received items meet military-grade specifications and documentation requirements under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines. Ausley’s procurement patterns reflect a balanced approach to socioeconomic goals, with approximately one-third of acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate preference for small business participation. He supports a diverse vendor base including service-disabled veteran-owned, HUBZone, and general small businesses, aligning with DHS and Coast Guard mandates to foster equitable access to federal contracting opportunities. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 423430 for computer and peripheral equipment, 334310 for audio and video systems, and 485510 for charter bus services—reflecting expertise in procuring navigation aids, communication gear, and personnel transport solutions essential to Coast Guard missions. This technical domain requires deep familiarity with MIL-SPEC compatibility, cybersecurity compliance, and logistics chain integrity.