Timothy J. Easter

Timothy J. Easter supports the Defense Logistics Agency’s Maritime - Puget Sound (SPMYM2) mission by managing procurement activities for mission-critical mechanical, electrical, and industrial components essential to naval platform sustainment. He handles complex acquisitions of precision valves, welding equipment, control systems, fasteners, and specialized hoses, ensuring timely delivery of hardware that maintains operational readiness for the U.S. Navy’s fleet. His work directly enables the agency’s strategic objective of securing a resilient, responsive supply chain for maritime maintenance and repair operations across the Pacific region. Easter maintains consistent contracting relationships with key vendors including DRS NAVAL POWER SYSTEMS INC, COB INDUSTRIES, INC., AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, MACHINES & METHODS INC, and EHB SUPPLY. These partnerships reflect a focus on specialized manufacturers with proven capabilities in defense-grade hardware production and rapid turnaround for urgent repair needs. His procurement approach emphasizes reliability, technical compliance, and supply chain continuity, often engaging vendors with deep expertise in naval-grade specifications and military standards. A strong advocate for small business participation, Easter consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Aside contracts under FAR 19.5, with approximately 89.5% of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to cultivate a diverse supplier base of qualified manufacturers, fostering innovation and capacity building among small firms capable of meeting stringent defense requirements without compromising quality or delivery timelines. His technical focus centers on NAICS categories including 332919 (Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing), 333992 (Welding and Soldering Equipment Manufacturing), and 332510 (Hardware Manufacturing), underscoring expertise in procuring precision metal components and industrial control systems. He routinely sources products requiring stringent material certifications, ASME and ANSI compliance, and military-specific performance benchmarks, demonstrating deep familiarity with the technical demands of naval maintenance environments.