Sasha Flores

Sasha Flores serves as a key procurement lead within the Director of Contracting office under the Department of the Navy, supporting the acquisition of mission-critical defense-enabling systems essential to operational readiness. Responsible for managing complex contracts for specialized electrical equipment and command-and-control hardware, Flores ensures timely delivery of secure computing infrastructure, audiovisual systems, and leased machinery critical to maritime and expeditionary operations. Their work directly enables the modernization of naval communications networks and the sustainment of deployed force capabilities, aligning with the agency’s strategic priorities in defense technology and logistical resilience. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Flores maintains a broad vendor ecosystem comprising both large-tier defense suppliers and niche manufacturers with expertise in ruggedized electronics and mission-specific instrumentation. The contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical compliance with MIL-STD specifications, and long-term service agreements for leased and maintained equipment. Vendor partnerships are cultivated through transparent solicitation processes and structured evaluation criteria focused on technical capability, past performance, and supply chain reliability. Flores demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with approximately one-third of awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to engage qualified small manufacturers capable of delivering specialized components and customized systems. While no other socioeconomic set-asides are predominant, the consistent use of small business set-asides underscores a dedication to fostering innovation and diversity within the defense industrial base. The primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 335999, encompassing miscellaneous electrical equipment such as secure signal processors, hardened power systems, and field-deployable control units. A secondary focus on NAICS 339992 indicates targeted acquisitions of specialized audiovisual and sonar-related instrumentation, often adapted for naval use. Flores brings deep technical familiarity with defense-grade electrical systems and the unique environmental and operational requirements of maritime and expeditionary environments.