Stephanie Forman

Stephanie Forman serves as a key procurement lead within the Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center under the Department of the Navy, overseeing the acquisition of critical shipbuilding components and industrial support systems essential to naval surface fleet readiness. She manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on ship repair, structural metal fabrication, and mechanical subsystems, ensuring compliance with naval engineering standards and lifecycle sustainment requirements. Her work directly supports the agency’s mission to maintain operational integrity of naval platforms through precision industrial maintenance and modernization efforts, coordinating with technical stakeholders to align procurement strategy with vessel-specific engineering needs. Forman maintains consistent partnerships with established industrial contractors including Fairlead Boatworks, Inc., General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc., Howard W. Pence, Inc., and Kampi Components Co., Inc., reflecting a preference for vendors with proven expertise in naval-grade fabrication, valve systems, and marine mechanical components. Her contracting patterns emphasize long-term vendor reliability, technical certification compliance, and adherence to Navy-specific quality assurance protocols, fostering collaborative relationships with suppliers capable of delivering mission-critical parts under stringent regulatory frameworks. A strong advocate for small business participation, Forman consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with approximately 71% of her acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to expand the industrial base, enhance competition, and leverage the specialized capabilities of small manufacturers in niche marine and mechanical supply sectors. Her contracting approach actively promotes socioeconomic diversity while maintaining rigorous performance standards. Her procurement focus centers on NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), with significant activity in 332911 (Industrial Valve Manufacturing), 339991 (Gasket and Sealing Device Manufacturing), and 332722 (Fastener Manufacturing). She specializes in sourcing precision-engineered components vital to hull integrity, propulsion systems, and fluid control infrastructure, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with naval maintenance cycles and material specifications.