Kirsten Johnson

Kirsten Johnson serves as a key procurement lead within the U.S. Coast Guard’s LOG-9 office (70Z084), overseeing the acquisition of mission-critical battery systems that support shore-based and maritime operational readiness. Her role centers on securing reliable, high-performance energy solutions for communication, navigation, emergency response, and surveillance equipment deployed across coastal and inland waterway assets. She manages full lifecycle procurement processes—from market research and requirements definition to contract award and performance monitoring—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and technical specifications for ruggedized, long-duration battery systems. Johnson maintains consistent partnerships with a select group of specialized contractors, including GILMAN CORPORATION THE, FRONTLINE ENTERPRISES LLC, S3 SOLUTIONS ONE LLC, FAZTEC INDUSTRIES INC, and VMX INTERNATIONAL LLC. These vendors are recognized for their expertise in advanced battery design, thermal management, and military-grade power systems. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical validation, and supply chain resilience, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in quality assurance and rapid response capabilities. Her procurement portfolio is exclusively reserved for Women-Owned Small Businesses, reflecting a deliberate and comprehensive commitment to socioeconomic equity under the Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contracting Program. Every acquisition is structured to maximize participation by WOSB-certified firms, aligning with Coast Guard directives to promote diversity in defense supply chains and empower female-led enterprises in advanced manufacturing. Johnson’s technical focus is singularly concentrated on NAICS 335910 (Battery Manufacturing), where she procures lithium-ion, nickel-cadmium, and other mission-specified power cells designed for extreme environmental conditions. Her expertise lies in evaluating energy density, cycle life, safety certifications, and compliance with MIL-STD and IEEE standards for maritime and expeditionary use. She ensures all procurements meet stringent Coast Guard operational and environmental resilience requirements.