Cabin S. Long

Cabin S. Long serves as a Contract Specialist within the SFLC Procurement Branch 1 (70Z080) of the U.S. Coast Guard, responsible for managing the full lifecycle of shipbuilding and vessel maintenance contracts critical to sustaining the Coast Guard’s fleet readiness. Specializing in complex naval acquisitions, Long ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurement actions with strategic modernization goals for cutters, patrol vessels, and maritime infrastructure. Their work directly supports dry dock overhauls, propulsion system upgrades, and structural repairs essential for operational continuity across coastal and open-ocean missions. Long maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of experienced maritime contractors, including Fairbanks Morse, LLC, Bay Ship & Yacht Co, Thoma-Sea Marine Constructors, L.L.C., and Technico Corporation. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in naval vessel repair, coating systems, and marine fabrication. The contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, performance-based contracting, and technical validation to ensure compliance with Coast Guard engineering and safety standards. A strong commitment to small business participation defines Long’s socioeconomic contracting strategy, with 78.6% of awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This pattern underscores a deliberate focus on empowering small, qualified maritime firms to compete for and execute critical shipyard work, fostering a resilient industrial base aligned with national security objectives. The sole NAICS focus of 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) reflects deep technical specialization in naval architecture and marine engineering services. Long’s portfolio encompasses dry docking, hull restoration, electrical system modernization, and corrosion control—requiring precise understanding of naval vessel lifecycle management and maritime regulatory compliance. Their expertise ensures that all acquisitions meet the Coast Guard’s rigorous standards for durability, safety, and mission readiness.