Alexis J Bernstein

Alexis J. Bernstein serves as a Contract Specialist within the Hq Contract Operations (CG-912) unit of the U.S. Coast Guard, part of the Department of Homeland Security. In this role, Bernstein manages the full lifecycle of complex acquisitions supporting maritime security, force modernization, and operational readiness—particularly in aerospace, maritime, and technical systems. Their work centers on procuring specialized equipment and services critical to coastal patrol, maritime domain awareness, and vessel sustainment programs, ensuring alignment with national security priorities. Bernstein executes negotiated procurements under FAR and Coast Guard-specific acquisition directives, frequently handling sole-source and competitive contracts for high-technology systems requiring rigorous technical evaluation and compliance with defense acquisition standards. Bernstein maintains longstanding relationships with key shipbuilders 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 specialized maritime platforms, including patrol vessels, surveillance systems, and integrated communications hardware. The contracting approach emphasizes technical precision, lifecycle support, and performance-based outcomes, with consistent engagement with vendors possessing proven expertise in naval architecture and maritime electronics. These relationships are characterized by collaborative planning, early contractor involvement, and adherence to stringent quality assurance protocols. Bernstein’s procurement portfolio reflects a strict preference for non-set-aside contracts, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This pattern indicates a focus on technical capability and mission-critical performance over socioeconomic categorization, aligning with the Coast Guard’s need for specialized, high-reliability systems that require proven industry experience and advanced engineering capacity. The primary NAICS code for Bernstein’s acquisitions is 334220, reflecting deep specialization in radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipment manufacturing. This underscores a technical focus on maritime surveillance systems, radar integration, secure data links, and advanced sensor platforms essential for search and detection operations. Bernstein’s expertise lies in procuring mission-critical communications hardware that enables real-time situational awareness across coastal and riverine environments.