Samantha Ballance

Samantha Miller serves as a secondary procurement support specialist at the Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk (NAVSUP FLC Norfolk), contributing to the agency’s mission of sustaining U.S. Navy operational readiness through strategic acquisition of engineering, logistics, and maintenance services. While not a contracting officer, she plays a critical role in supporting the full lifecycle of procurements—assisting in requirement development, market research, contract administration, and vendor coordination. Her work ensures alignment with DoD acquisition regulations and supports the timely delivery of mission-critical capabilities to naval platforms, particularly in technical domains requiring specialized expertise. Miller maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of prime contractors including Obsidian Global, LLC, Deloitte & Touche LLP, Advania Island Ehf., Complete Parachute Solutions, Inc., and Computational Physics Inc. These partnerships reflect a preference for established firms with proven technical capabilities in defense-grade engineering, systems integration, and complex maintenance operations. Her collaboration patterns emphasize long-term vendor engagement, performance-based contracting, and compliance with defense-specific quality and security standards. Miller’s procurement activities show no preference for socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of her supported acquisitions awarded under full and open competition. This reflects a mission-driven focus on technical capability over socioeconomic criteria, prioritizing mission-critical performance and operational readiness above programmatic diversity targets. Her primary procurement focus lies in four NAICS categories: Other Electronic Component Manufacturing (334419), Engineering Services (541330), Commercial and Industrial Machinery Repair and Maintenance (811310), and All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction (611699). These reflect a strong demand for specialized electronic components, systems engineering support, industrial equipment sustainment, and technical workforce training—areas essential to maintaining naval platform integrity and crew readiness.