With its vast assortment of departments and databases, the US Department of the Navy has a wealth of resources and people for your business to utilize. To get the most out of your experience working with the US Navy office, the key to is to contact the right people.

On its official website, the US Navy provides a mother lode of statistics and information about the different equipment and personnel it employs, so the first thing to do is find the correct database or directory for the information you need. If you have a specific question, the website also has multiple contacts in different departments who you can personally email to find out more information. Follow these steps to streamline your experience working with the US Navy:

1. Research the correct database on the US Navy website

2. Find the naval agencies, such as the NAVICP, Navy Inventory Control Point, that best suit your business' interests

3. Personally contact personnel at your respective naval agency for one-on-one attention

4. Make your purchases or business deals with this agency

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Locate US Navy statistics and further information about naval agencies

Before you begin, run over basic information about the US Navy to make sure you know which department best suits your interest. Also, if you just need to know some numbers, the site has information about useful numbers and facts about the US Navy.

I recommend: The US Navy's official website has a wealth of information regarding numbers in the Navy. For information about the SEALs, visit the official US Navy SEALs website.

Find out more about US Navy bases and the Office of Naval Research

Locate and contact US Navy bases. If your business needs more information about the Office of Naval Research, see the programs listed on its website.

I recommend: A map and list of contact information for all US Navy bases is available from the US Navy website. The Office of Naval Research also has many departments with specific programs and areas of research.

Research the NAVICP, Navy Inventory Control Point

The NAVICP, Navy Inventory Control Point is the result of the merger of the Aviation Supply Office (ASO) with the Ship Parts Control Center (SPCC). Its goal is to provide support and information for businesses regarding the US Navy weapons systems.

I recommend: Visit GlobalSecurity.org for more information about the NAVICP. Contact the Maritime Detachment of the Defense Logistics Agency's Philadelphia Defense Supply Center for information about US Navy weapons systems.

Contact naval agencies with questions about their programs

Get in touch with US Navy personnel for answers to specific questions about the US Navy, naval agencies and more.

I recommend: For general Navy-related questions, contact the US Navy directly or visit the US Navy FAQ. Use the official US Navy's Information Index as a quality Department of Navy directory.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Governmental agencies, especially the military, are really good about providing brochures, booklets and other quality free handouts with details about their programs. Don't be afraid to email or call to ask about obtaining such information.
• •  When researching information about the departments of the US Navy, sometimes you will come across a link that seems very useful, but is unreachable due to 'restricted access.' If this happens, try searching around it by using the same keywords alongside the words 'information', 'help' or 'contact.'