LTJG Carolynne Garcia

LTJG Carolynne Garcia serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of defense-related acquisitions, with a focused portfolio centered on shipbuilding and repair services. She ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations, including FAR and DFARS, while facilitating timely and cost-effective contract awards that support naval readiness and maritime infrastructure modernization. Her role is critical to executing the agency’s mission of sustaining and enhancing the U.S. Navy’s fleet capabilities through strategic sourcing and contract administration. She typically handles complex, high-stakes procurements involving design, construction, maintenance, and overhaul of naval vessels and associated systems. LTJG Garcia collaborates with a network of qualified industrial contractors specializing in shipyard operations, marine engineering, and naval systems integration. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she maintains consistent engagement with established shipbuilders and repair facilities with proven track records in naval architecture and compliance with Navy technical specifications. Her working relationships are characterized by rigorous performance oversight, proactive contract modification management, and a strong emphasis on contractor accountability and schedule adherence. LTJG Garcia’s procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of her awards issued under the No Set-Aside category. This indicates a deliberate focus on technical merit and capability over socioeconomic designations, aligning with mission-critical requirements where specialized shipbuilding expertise is paramount. While she does not routinely utilize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, her approach ensures that all eligible vendors—regardless of size or certification—are evaluated on technical competence and delivery reliability. Her primary NAICS specialization is 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), encompassing the procurement of new construction, dry-docking, hull repairs, propulsion system upgrades, and electronic warfare integration for naval platforms. She possesses deep technical familiarity with naval vessel specifications, shipyard infrastructure standards, and maritime compliance frameworks, making her a key resource in acquiring mission-critical maritime assets.