Jennifer P. DeJong

Jennifer DeJong serves as a SK1 Contracting Officer within the U.S. Coast Guard’s SFLC Procurement Branch 3, where she manages critical acquisitions to sustain and modernize the Coast Guard’s maritime fleet and operational infrastructure. Her portfolio centers on ship repair, vessel systems integration, and industrial maintenance services essential to ensuring cutter readiness and operational endurance. She executes competitive procurements under FAR Part 15, frequently handling complex, multi-year contracts for technical marine systems, industrial construction, and mission-critical equipment. Her work directly supports the Coast Guard’s lifecycle management strategy for its fleet, ensuring compliance with defense acquisition regulations and maritime safety standards. DeJong maintains consistent working relationships with key vendors including Philadelphia Electrical Equipment Co., JDCI Enterprises, Inc., ALS Services USA, Corp., Cabras Marine Corporation, and Bay Marine Boatworks, Inc. These contractors provide specialized services in marine electrical systems, vessel maintenance, industrial construction, and marine fabrication. Her procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical proficiency, past performance, and reliability in delivering mission-critical maritime support under demanding operational conditions. While the majority of her acquisitions are unrestricted, DeJong demonstrates a deliberate commitment to small business participation, with approximately 25% of her awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. She actively leverages small business capabilities in technical service categories, aligning with the Coast Guard’s socioeconomic goals without compromising mission requirements or technical rigor. Her primary NAICS focus includes 424720 for petroleum and marine supply logistics, 334511 for nautical navigation and guidance systems, and 334220 for marine communications equipment, reflecting deep expertise in maritime electronics and vessel support infrastructure. She also routinely procures industrial building construction and building services under NAICS 236210 and 561790, underscoring her role in maintaining Coast Guard shore-based operational facilities.