Troy J. Weathers

Troy J. Weathers serves as a Contract Specialist at Norfolk Naval Shipyard Gf (N42158), supporting the Department of the Navy’s mission to maintain and modernize critical U.S. Navy vessels through precise, compliance-driven procurement. He manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions focused on industrial maintenance, equipment leasing, and shipyard support services, ensuring alignment with naval readiness goals and federal acquisition regulations. His work directly enables the shipyard’s operational efficiency by securing specialized technical services that sustain fleet integrity, from machinery repair to waste management solutions critical to environmental compliance. Weathers maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including G I INDUSTRIAL-MARINE, LLC, OWL INTERNATIONAL INC., AMEE BAY, LLC, MID ATLANTIC ENGINEERING TECHNICAL SERVICES, INC., and MILLS MARINE & SHIP REPAIR LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in marine industrial maintenance, heavy equipment servicing, and shipyard-specific technical support. His contracting approach emphasizes vendor reliability, technical capability, and adherence to Navy quality standards, fostering long-term collaborations with firms experienced in complex naval infrastructure environments. A strong advocate for small business participation, Weathers consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with over 53% of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to expand economic opportunity while leveraging the agility and niche capabilities of small firms in specialized industrial sectors. His procurement patterns demonstrate a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals without compromising mission-critical performance requirements. His primary NAICS focus areas include Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532490), Commercial and Industrial Machinery Repair and Maintenance (811310), and All Other Miscellaneous Waste Management Services (562998), underscoring his expertise in procuring non-automotive industrial equipment services, maintenance contracts, and environmental compliance support. He also regularly engages in Ship Building and Repairing (336611) acquisitions, demonstrating deep familiarity with naval shipyard technical domains and the specialized supply chains required to sustain fleet readiness.