Denise Manor

Denise E. Manor serves as a Contract Specialist at U.S. Coast Guard Base Alameda (70Z031), where she manages the acquisition lifecycle for critical infrastructure and operational support contracts essential to maritime readiness. Her role encompasses full-cycle procurement activities—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with FAR and agency-specific policies. She primarily handles complex acquisitions related to shipbuilding, repair, and facility sustainment, supporting the Coast Guard’s mission to maintain resilient, safe, and modernized installations across the Pacific region. Her work directly enables mission continuity by securing timely, cost-effective solutions for high-priority engineering and maintenance needs. Denise collaborates closely with a network of specialized vendors, particularly those with expertise in naval architecture, marine engineering, and industrial maintenance. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently engages firms with proven capabilities in shipyard operations, heavy machinery repair, and facility services. Her contracting approach emphasizes vendor reliability, technical proficiency, and adherence to environmental and safety standards, fostering long-term partnerships with contractors who meet stringent Coast Guard operational requirements. A strong advocate for socioeconomic contracting, Denise prioritizes small business participation, with over 51% of her awards structured as small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. She also actively utilizes HUBZone set-asides, reflecting a deliberate strategy to promote economic development in underserved communities. Her contracting patterns demonstrate a balanced commitment to both broad small business engagement and targeted support for disadvantaged entrepreneurs, aligning with federal mandates while enhancing competition and innovation. Her procurement focus is overwhelmingly centered on NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), reflecting her deep expertise in naval infrastructure and vessel maintenance. She also procures complementary services including janitorial support, solid waste collection, food service, and commercial machinery repair—all vital to sustaining Coast Guard operations. This specialized domain expertise ensures she effectively evaluates technical proposals, manages performance requirements, and ensures contract deliverables meet the rigorous standards of maritime defense operations.