Andrew D. Kropkowski

Andrew D. Kropkowski serves as a key procurement lead within the U.S. Coast Guard’s SFLC Procurement Branch 3, supporting the sustainment and modernization of the Coast Guard’s maritime fleet. He manages complex acquisitions for critical vessel systems, including propulsion, power transmission, and marine interior components, ensuring operational readiness through lifecycle management of cutters and support infrastructure. His portfolio emphasizes technical engineering contracts aligned with naval architecture and marine systems integration, requiring deep coordination with industrial suppliers to meet stringent Coast Guard safety and performance standards. Kropkowski maintains consistent working relationships with specialized marine and industrial contractors, including Philadelphia Electrical Equipment Co., JDCI Enterprises, Inc., ALS Services USA, Corp., Cabras Marine Corporation, and Bay Marine Boatworks, Inc. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in marine electrical systems, vessel repair, and custom fabrication. His procurement approach prioritizes technical capability and past performance, fostering long-term vendor collaborations that ensure mission-critical reliability and compliance with Coast Guard engineering specifications. His contracting activity shows a strong emphasis on open competition, with 69.8% of awards issued without set-aside designations, while 30.2% are structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This balanced approach supports broad market access while actively encouraging small business participation, particularly among firms with marine engineering and industrial manufacturing capabilities. He does not routinely favor 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, instead focusing on capability-driven competition within the small business category. Kropkowski’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 333618 (Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing) and 333613 (Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing), reflecting his specialization in propulsion systems, gear drives, and marine power components. He also regularly procures motor and generator systems (335312) and interior trim for vessel cabins (336360), demonstrating expertise in integrated marine systems procurement that supports both operational endurance and crew safety aboard Coast Guard assets.