Ashley Gilbert

Ashley Gilbert serves as a Contract Specialist within the SFLC Procurement Branch 3 (00040) of the U.S. Coast Guard, where she plays a pivotal role in executing acquisition strategies that sustain and modernize the Coast Guard’s maritime fleet. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions, she specializes in shipbuilding, vessel repair, and mechanical systems procurement aligned with the Coast Guard’s operational readiness mission. Her portfolio primarily includes complex, mission-critical contracts for shipyard services, propulsion systems, and marine infrastructure upgrades, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and maritime safety standards. Gilbert 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. These partnerships reflect a blend of established marine industrial firms and specialized service providers with deep expertise in vessel maintenance, electrical integration, and marine fabrication. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical compliance, and long-term vendor collaboration to support the Coast Guard’s enduring operational needs. Her procurement patterns reflect a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with equal portions of contracts set aside for total small business participation under FAR 19.5 and awarded without set-asides. This strategy ensures competitive access for small businesses while maintaining flexibility to meet urgent operational requirements. She actively cultivates relationships with small, qualified marine contractors to foster innovation and resilience within the Coast Guard’s supply base. Gilbert’s technical focus centers on NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) and 333613 (Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing), underscoring her expertise in vessel construction, hull systems, and mechanical drive trains. She procures specialized marine equipment, including propulsion assemblies, auxiliary power units, and integrated control systems critical to cutter survivability and mission effectiveness. Her domain knowledge ensures acquisitions align with Coast Guard engineering specifications and maritime operational standards.