Tommy A. Hale

Tommy A. Hale serves as a Contract Specialist with the Military Sealift Fleet Support Command Norfolk (N40442), where he plays a pivotal role in securing critical maintenance, repair, and modernization services for the U.S. Navy’s non-combatant fleet. His procurement activities center on sustaining maritime logistics capabilities, with a focus on propulsion systems, marine HVAC, navigation instrumentation, and industrial shipyard infrastructure. Hale manages complex acquisitions under the Department of Defense’s technical and logistical frameworks, ensuring compliance with FAR and DFARS requirements while aligning contract outcomes with operational readiness goals for government-owned vessels. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, Hale maintains consistent working relationships with industrial vendors specializing in naval engineering and ship repair services. His contracting patterns reflect collaboration with both large-tier system integrators and specialized small businesses capable of delivering precision mechanical, electrical, and marine systems. He prioritizes technical proficiency and proven performance in maritime environments, fostering partnerships with contractors who demonstrate expertise in naval vessel sustainment and compliance with Navy-specific engineering standards. Hale’s procurement portfolio demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with over one-third of his awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. His contracting approach actively supports small business growth within the defense industrial base, consistently favoring these set-asides over unrestricted competitions, which account for roughly two-thirds of his awards. This pattern underscores his alignment with DoD socioeconomic objectives and a deliberate effort to expand vendor diversity in niche maritime support sectors. His primary NAICS focus areas include 333618 (Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing), 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), and 333415 (Marine HVAC and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing), reflecting deep technical engagement with propulsion, vessel repair, and climate control systems critical to fleet sustainment. Hale’s expertise lies in procuring specialized industrial equipment and services that directly support the operational integrity of military sealift vessels, requiring precise adherence to naval engineering specifications and lifecycle maintenance requirements.