Samantha Boyd

Samantha Boyd serves as a key procurement lead within Mschq Norfolk, supporting the Department of the Navy’s mission to sustain operational readiness of surface and auxiliary fleet assets through specialized logistics and maritime support. She manages complex acquisitions for mission-critical marine services, including deep-sea freight transportation, ship repair logistics, and navigational support systems. Her work ensures the continuous deployment of naval vessels by securing reliable, high-integrity contracting solutions aligned with naval operational timelines and technical specifications. She operates within a high-stakes environment requiring strict compliance with DoD acquisition regulations and maritime supply chain standards. Boyd maintains long-standing relationships with a select group of industry partners, including EXXONMOBIL MARINE LIMITED and VIGOR MARINE LLC for vessel support and marine logistics, BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC for strategic planning and systems integration, and ONTIC ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING, INC for specialized marine equipment. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and technical reliability, favoring contractors with proven track records in naval operations and deep-water service delivery. She engages primarily with established, full-service vendors capable of meeting stringent military specifications and just-in-time delivery requirements. Boyd’s procurement portfolio reflects a strong preference for unrestricted competition, with 100% of awards issued under no set-aside classifications. This indicates a strategic focus on maximizing technical capability and operational readiness over socioeconomic preferences, though small business participation is not excluded—only not prioritized in the current contracting framework. Her approach aligns with the Navy’s need for rapid, scalable solutions where specialized expertise outweighs socioeconomic targeting. Her primary acquisition focus lies in NAICS 488330 (Navigational Services to Shipping) and 483111 (Deep Sea Freight Transportation), reflecting deep expertise in maritime logistics and fleet sustainment. She procures services such as oceanic cargo transport, vessel towing, navigation system maintenance, and marine supply chain coordination, requiring contractors with federal maritime certifications and experience in military-grade operational environments.