Alexe Smith

Alexe Smith serves as a Contract Specialist within the U.S. Coast Guard’s Headquarters Contract Operations (CG-912), where they play a pivotal role in executing strategic acquisitions that support national maritime security and operational readiness. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of complex procurements, Smith specializes in securing aerospace, maritime, and technical services critical to modernizing Coast Guard vessel fleets, enhancing maritime domain awareness systems, and sustaining search and detection capabilities. Their portfolio encompasses contracts for shipbuilding, maintenance, and specialized technical support, aligning closely with the agency’s mission to advance coastal and riverine patrol capabilities through innovative and reliable acquisition solutions. Smith maintains consistent working relationships with key shipyard and defense contractors, including Bollinger Shipyards Lockport, L.L.C., Davie Defense Inc., Rauma Marine Constructions Oy, and Rozema’s Boat Works, Inc. These partnerships reflect a focus on vessel construction, refit, and maritime system integration, with an emphasis on long-term vendor collaboration to ensure technical compliance and operational sustainment. The contracting approach prioritizes performance-based outcomes and risk mitigation, fostering trust-based relationships with vendors capable of delivering mission-critical maritime assets under stringent federal standards. While the majority of acquisitions are conducted without set-asides (72.7%), Smith demonstrates a deliberate commitment to small business participation, with nearly one in five awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and a notable 9.1% allocated to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. This pattern reflects a balanced approach to competition and socioeconomic goals, ensuring broad vendor access while maintaining mission fidelity. The primary NAICS codes under Smith’s purview include 611699 and 721110, indicating a significant focus on specialized training and facility support services, alongside technical management and consulting services under 541513 and 541611. This reflects a nuanced procurement strategy that extends beyond hardware to include workforce development and operational infrastructure, underscoring expertise in integrated maritime system sustainment.