Ed Rockenstire

Ed Rockenstire serves as Deputy Chief of the Contracting Office for the Shore Infrastructure Logistics Command under the U.S. Coast Guard’s Ceu JUNEAU (70Z087), where he oversees the acquisition and management of critical infrastructure projects in remote coastal and Arctic environments. His responsibilities include leading the planning, solicitation, and award of contracts for construction, environmental remediation, and technical consulting services essential to sustaining operational readiness in austere regions, particularly Alaska. Rockenstire ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while aligning acquisitions with the agency’s strategic priorities in resilient infrastructure development and climate-adaptive facility modernization. His contractor relationships are characterized by a balanced engagement with both large-scale engineering firms and specialized small businesses, particularly those with expertise in Arctic construction and environmental compliance. He fosters collaborative partnerships with vendors capable of delivering complex, mission-critical services under challenging logistical conditions, often requiring niche technical capabilities in cold-weather engineering and remote-site logistics. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, his office consistently engages firms with proven experience in federal infrastructure programs and sustainable construction practices. Rockenstire demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with approximately half of his acquisitions set aside for 8(a) certified small businesses and the other half competed broadly without set-asides. This balanced approach ensures competitive rigor while actively promoting opportunities for disadvantaged businesses with relevant technical capabilities. His office prioritizes small business participation as a strategic lever to enhance innovation and local economic resilience in underserved regions. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541690 (Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services) and NAICS 237110 (Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction). He routinely acquires engineering design, environmental impact assessments, and infrastructure construction services tailored to harsh climatic conditions, reflecting deep expertise in water systems, coastal resilience, and sustainable facility development in extreme environments.