Sequita D. Harris

Sequita D. Harris supports the procurement mission of the Military Sealift Fleet Support Command Norfolk by managing acquisitions critical to sustaining the U.S. Navy’s non-combatant vessel fleet. Her work centers on securing specialized engineering, repair, and modernization services for shipboard systems—including propulsion, marine HVAC, navigation instrumentation, and industrial repair infrastructure—ensuring operational readiness across the Military Sealift Command’s global logistics network. She handles a diverse portfolio of contract actions under FAR Part 13 and Part 15, ranging from simplified acquisitions to competitive sealed bidding, with a strong emphasis on technical compliance and lifecycle support for government-owned vessels. While specific contractor names are not publicly available, Harris maintains strategic relationships with a broad spectrum of industrial vendors, including certified small businesses and large-tier system integrators experienced in naval vessel maintenance. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for partnerships with firms possessing niche expertise in marine mechanical systems, electrical retrofitting, and industrial machinery repair, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in technical proficiency and regulatory adherence. Harris demonstrates a consistent commitment to small business participation, with approximately one-third of her acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. Her contracting approach aligns with DoD socioeconomic goals, prioritizing opportunities for small businesses without favoring specific categories like 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, thereby maintaining broad-based access while ensuring competitive rigor. Her procurement focus is concentrated in NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), with significant activity in 333618 (Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing) and 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery Repair). She routinely procures services related to vessel overhaul, propulsion system upgrades, marine electrical installations, and specialized chemical treatments for hull and system preservation, reflecting deep technical expertise in naval industrial support domains.