Norene Jones

Norene R. Jones serves as a Contract Specialist within the Commander (M00264) under the Department of the Navy, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain and modernize naval warfighting capabilities. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts for advanced technology systems, including command and control architectures, tactical computing environments, and cyber-enabled sensor and communication platforms. Her expertise spans solicitation development, source selection, and contract administration, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurement outcomes with operational readiness goals. Jones routinely handles complex, high-stakes procurements requiring technical rigor and interagency coordination. Jones maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including Goldbelt Hawk L.L.C., Alex-Alternative Experts, LLC, Tnda Technologies Inc., BC Market Solutions LLC, and Biospace, Inc. These partnerships reflect a preference for firms with demonstrated capabilities in defense-grade systems engineering, cybersecurity services, and specialized IT support. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, leveraging both established defense contractors and agile small businesses to deliver innovative, mission-tailored solutions under time-sensitive operational timelines. While the majority of her acquisitions are conducted as unrestricted competitions (80%), Jones demonstrates a deliberate commitment to small business participation, with 20% of her portfolio designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. She actively fosters opportunities for small businesses with relevant technical expertise, ensuring socioeconomic goals are met without compromising mission performance or technical integrity. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS categories 334112 (Computer Storage Device Manufacturing), 334290 (Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing), 511210 (Software Publishers), 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), and 561621 (Security Systems Services). These reflect a deep specialization in secure data infrastructure, tactical communications hardware, cybersecurity services, and integrated defense IT systems, positioning her at the intersection of emerging technology and naval operational requirements.