Shirley C Scriber

Shirley C. Scriber serves as a key procurement professional within the Military Sealift Command (MSC), supporting the agency’s mission to sustain global naval logistics through strategic sealift and afloat support services. While her official title is not publicly listed, her procurement activities center on acquiring specialized technical and operational support services critical to MSC’s fleet readiness. She manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions involving IT infrastructure, engineering support, and facility management, ensuring alignment with Department of Defense standards for mission-critical maritime operations. Her role is instrumental in translating operational requirements into compliant, performance-based contracts that maintain the readiness of government-owned and chartered vessels. Scriber collaborates with a broad spectrum of contractors, including firms specializing in computer facilities management, technical support services, and specialty trade contracting. Her procurement patterns reflect engagement with both large-tier service providers and small businesses capable of delivering niche capabilities in maritime logistics support. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, her approach emphasizes vendor reliability, technical proficiency, and compliance with federal acquisition regulations, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in performance and accountability. Her contracting activity demonstrates a strong preference for small business participation, with nearly 38% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for small businesses across socioeconomic categories, including those certified under the 8(a) program, HUBZone, and SDVOSB programs, though no single category predominates. Her approach aligns with MSC’s broader goals of fostering a resilient, diverse supplier base capable of supporting expeditionary naval operations. Scriber’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541513 (Computer Facilities Management Services) and 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), indicating deep involvement in IT infrastructure and systems support for maritime operations. She also regularly procures services under 238990 (Specialty Trade Contractors) and 561499 (Business Support Services), reflecting a need for integrated facility maintenance, logistics coordination, and technical staffing. Her expertise spans the intersection of defense logistics, information technology, and operational readiness, making her a critical link between MSC’s mission and its contractor ecosystem.