Deldridge Berry

Deldridge Berry serves as a Contract Specialist within the Hq Contract Operations (CG-912) unit of the U.S. Coast Guard, responsible for executing strategic acquisitions that support national maritime security and operational readiness. In this role, Berry manages the full lifecycle of contracts for specialized maritime systems, including vessel modernization, search and detection technologies, and aerospace-enabled surveillance platforms. Their work directly enables the Coast Guard’s mission to sustain and enhance coastal and riverine patrol capabilities through timely, compliant, and mission-critical procurement actions aligned with Department of Homeland Security priorities. Berry maintains longstanding relationships with a select group of specialized 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 niche maritime engineering capabilities, particularly in the design, construction, and retrofitting of patrol vessels and mission-specific craft. The contracting patterns indicate a preference for trusted, technically proficient vendors with proven experience in naval architecture and Coast Guard-specific operational requirements. A defining feature of Berry’s procurement approach is a 100% commitment to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, ensuring all awards are reserved exclusively for small business concerns. This reflects a deliberate and consistent strategy to foster innovation and capacity within the small business industrial base, particularly among firms with maritime and defense manufacturing expertise. The primary NAICS classification under Berry’s purview is 332992 (Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing), indicating a specialized focus on procuring ammunition, ordnance systems, and related small arms support equipment for Coast Guard law enforcement and interdiction missions. This technical domain requires deep familiarity with defense supply chain protocols, explosive handling standards, and federal ammunition acquisition regulations, underscoring Berry’s expertise in high-sensitivity, mission-critical procurement environments.