Lisa B. Cohen

Lisa B. Cohen serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisition programs within the maritime defense sector. She plays a critical role in executing full lifecycle procurement activities, from requirements validation and market research to contract award and administration, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and national security objectives. Her portfolio centers exclusively on shipbuilding and repair services, overseeing contracts for naval vessel maintenance, modernization, and fabrication activities that support fleet readiness and industrial base sustainability. Cohen’s expertise lies in navigating the technical and regulatory nuances of defense maritime acquisitions, working closely with engineering, logistics, and compliance teams to deliver mission-critical capabilities on schedule and within statutory constraints. While specific contractor relationships are not currently identifiable in the available data, Cohen’s procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with qualified shipyards and marine systems integrators possessing the specialized infrastructure and workforce certifications required for U.S. Navy and Department of Defense vessel work. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, rigorous source selection criteria, and long-term vendor reliability over short-term cost savings, fostering stable partnerships with industrial base entities capable of meeting stringent quality and security standards. Cohen’s acquisition strategy reflects a strong preference for unrestricted competition, with 100% of her awards issued under the “No Set-Aside” classification. This indicates a focus on maximizing technical capability and industrial capacity rather than socioeconomic set-asides, aligning with the highly specialized nature of shipbuilding where only a limited number of qualified vendors possess the necessary facilities, certifications, and workforce expertise. Her primary procurement focus is on NAICS 336611 — Ship Building and Repairing — encompassing the design, construction, overhaul, and repair of military and auxiliary vessels. Cohen’s domain expertise includes propulsion systems, hull integrity, naval architecture, and compliance with MIL-SPEC standards, making her a key steward of the nation’s maritime industrial infrastructure.