Steven G. Galer

Steven Galer serves as a Contract Specialist within the Military Sealift Command (MSC), where he plays a pivotal role in executing complex procurement actions that sustain the nation’s strategic sealift capability. He manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions for ocean transportation services, vessel maintenance, and shipyard repair contracts, ensuring alignment with DoD logistics requirements and statutory compliance under the FAR and DFARS. His work directly supports MSC’s mission to maintain a ready fleet of government-owned and chartered vessels, enabling global naval expeditionary operations through reliable, timely, and cost-effective contracting solutions. Galer cultivates long-term partnerships with a diverse base of maritime contractors, including shipbuilders, deep-sea freight operators, and specialized maritime support providers. He engages with industry stakeholders through competitive solicitation processes, including sealed bids and negotiated procurements, fostering transparency and accountability. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, his contracting patterns reflect consistent engagement with firms possessing niche expertise in naval logistics, vessel engineering, and oceanic transport operations. His procurement approach prioritizes open competition, with 91.5% of awards issued under unrestricted solicitation. However, he actively promotes small business participation, consistently allocating 8.5% of contracts to Total Small Business Set-Asides in accordance with FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate commitment to expanding economic opportunity within the maritime industrial base. Galer’s technical focus centers on NAICS 483111 (Deep Sea Freight Transportation) and 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), which together account for over 60% of his portfolio. He routinely procures services related to vessel chartering, dry-dock maintenance, hull and machinery repairs, and auxiliary water transportation support. His domain expertise spans maritime logistics, naval vessel lifecycle management, and federal maritime regulatory compliance, positioning him as a key enabler of MSC’s operational readiness and fleet resilience.