LT Steven Becker

LT Steven Becker serves as a key procurement lead at U.S. Coast Guard Base Miami (70Z028), responsible for managing acquisitions that sustain and modernize critical maritime infrastructure and vessel maintenance systems. His role centers on ensuring operational readiness through timely and compliant contracting for mechanical, electrical, and facility systems essential to national security, search and rescue, and port safety missions. Becker routinely handles complex service and supply contracts under FAR Part 12 and Part 13 procedures, with a focus on maintenance, repair, and infrastructure upgrades that support aging Coast Guard assets. His procurement strategy aligns with the Base’s strategic priority of enhancing resilience through reliable, mission-critical acquisitions. Becker maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of specialized contractors, including MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, PHOENIX MARINE LLC, and ATZ SOLUTION LLC, all of which provide niche expertise in marine facility maintenance, electrical systems, and technical support services. He also collaborates with COMMERCIAL BLUE INC for specialized marine hardware and VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER for unique biomedical and environmental monitoring equipment. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships built on technical proficiency, regulatory compliance, and proven performance in high-stakes maritime environments. Becker demonstrates a firm commitment to small business participation, directing 100% of his acquisitions toward total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to leverage the agility and innovation of small firms while fulfilling statutory obligations to promote economic opportunity. His portfolio consistently awards contracts to small businesses with proven capabilities in marine infrastructure and mechanical systems, reinforcing the Coast Guard’s socioeconomic contracting goals without compromising mission requirements. His primary procurement focus is on NAICS 335312 (Motor and Generator Manufacturing), indicating deep expertise in sourcing mission-critical power systems, propulsion components, and electrical control units for Coast Guard vessels and shore facilities. He specializes in procuring high-reliability industrial equipment designed for harsh maritime conditions, requiring rigorous testing, certification, and lifecycle support—ensuring operational continuity in all environmental and mission scenarios.