Ingrid A. Valentine

Ingrid A. Valentine supports the SFLC Procurement Branch 3 (00040) within the U.S. Coast Guard, playing a critical role in executing acquisitions that sustain and modernize the Coast Guard’s maritime fleet and operational infrastructure. She manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on vessel maintenance, specialized marine equipment, and technical training services essential to maintaining operational readiness. Her work directly enables lifecycle management of cutters and support systems, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurement activities with the Coast Guard’s strategic priorities in maritime safety and endurance. Valentine routinely handles complex, mission-critical procurements requiring technical specificity and long-term service sustainment. Valentine 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 focus on specialized marine engineering, electrical systems integration, vessel repair, and technical support services. Her contracting patterns indicate a preference for established vendors with proven capabilities in maritime infrastructure and equipment, suggesting a reliance on experienced, technically qualified suppliers capable of meeting stringent Coast Guard operational standards. Her procurement activity shows a strong preference for unrestricted competitions, with 88.9% of awards issued without set-aside designations. Only 11.1% of awards are designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, indicating a primary emphasis on technical capability and mission necessity over socioeconomic preferences. While small business participation is present, it is not the dominant driver in her award decisions, reflecting a mission-first acquisition strategy. Valentine’s primary NAICS focus includes 333923 for overhead crane and hoist systems, 611519 for technical and trade schools, and 811219 for miscellaneous repair and maintenance services. These reflect deep expertise in procuring specialized marine equipment, vessel maintenance training, and technical workforce development. Her portfolio demonstrates a technical domain mastery in maritime infrastructure sustainment, combining mechanical systems, operational training, and service support to ensure fleet readiness.