Valerie D Taylor

Valerie D. Taylor supports the Military Sealift Fleet Support Command Norfolk in managing critical procurement activities essential to sustaining the U.S. Navy’s non-combatant vessel fleet. Her work centers on acquiring specialized engineering, maintenance, and industrial support services that ensure the operational readiness of government-owned ships, with a focus on propulsion systems, marine HVAC, navigation instrumentation, and vessel repair infrastructure. She handles complex acquisitions under FAR Part 13 and Part 15 procedures, often coordinating with naval engineers and logistics teams to align contract requirements with fleet modernization priorities and lifecycle sustainment goals. While specific contractor names are not available, Taylor’s procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with industrial suppliers and shipyard service providers capable of delivering technical marine systems and precision components. Her working relationships typically involve vendors with proven expertise in naval vessel maintenance, mechanical overhaul, and certified repair facilities capable of meeting Navy specifications for safety, durability, and compliance. She fosters long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance history, quality assurance protocols, and compliance with military standards such as MIL-STD and NAVSEA requirements. Taylor demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 35.3% of her acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. Her contracting approach prioritizes opportunities for small disadvantaged businesses, particularly those with capabilities in ship repair, marine equipment manufacturing, and industrial supply chain services. While no specific socioeconomic categories are dominant, her portfolio consistently channels contracts to small firms with niche technical expertise in naval support systems. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) and 333618 (Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing), reflecting deep technical engagement with propulsion components, auxiliary machinery, and marine environmental control systems. She routinely sources industrial-grade HVAC equipment, metal fabrications, and specialized instrumentation critical to vessel survivability and crew safety, underscoring her expertise in maritime industrial procurement.