Allison C. Ford

Allison C. Ford serves as a Contract Specialist within the SFLC Procurement Branch 3 (70Z040), part of the U.S. Coast Guard’s Department of Homeland Security procurement structure. She plays a critical role in executing acquisitions that sustain and modernize the Coast Guard’s maritime fleet, focusing on ship repair, maintenance, and vessel infrastructure support. Her portfolio centers on complex, mission-critical contracts governed by FAR Part 13 and Part 15 procedures, ensuring operational readiness through timely procurement of specialized marine systems and industrial services. Ford’s work directly supports the Coast Guard’s lifecycle management objectives, bridging technical requirements with compliant contracting practices to maintain fleet endurance and safety. She maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including Philadelphia Electrical Equipment Co., JDCI Enterprises, Inc., ALS Services USA, Corp., Cabras Marine Corporation, and Bay Marine Boatworks, Inc.—organizations recognized for their expertise in marine electrical systems, vessel repair, and industrial maintenance. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven capabilities in maritime-specific engineering and compliance with Coast Guard technical standards. Ford fosters collaborative, performance-based contracting environments that emphasize quality assurance, delivery timelines, and regulatory adherence. Ford’s procurement strategy reflects a balanced approach to socioeconomic goals, with approximately half of her acquisitions set aside exclusively for small businesses under FAR 19.5, and the other half open to full and open competition. This pattern demonstrates a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for small business participation without compromising mission needs, aligning with federal mandates while promoting competitive innovation. Her primary NAICS focus areas—336212 (Truck Trailer Manufacturing) and 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery Repair and Maintenance)—reveal deep specialization in procuring heavy-duty marine components, auxiliary systems, and industrial maintenance services critical to cutter operations. She possesses technical fluency in maritime propulsion systems, electrical integration, and corrosion-resistant fabrication, ensuring acquisitions meet the Coast Guard’s rigorous operational and environmental standards.