Malita Smith

Malita Smith serves as the Alternate Point of Contact for the U.S. Coast Guard Shore Facilities division under the Department of Homeland Security, supporting the acquisition and management of critical infrastructure projects essential to maritime operational readiness. In this role, she assists in the planning, solicitation, and administration of construction and facility modernization contracts, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and alignment with the Coast Guard’s strategic recapitalization goals. She typically engages with complex construction solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation, coordinating with project engineers, environmental specialists, and program managers to define technical requirements and evaluate contractor proposals for shore-based facilities including stations, air stations, and barracks. While specific contractor relationships are not currently documented in available records, Smith’s procurement activities are aligned with a broad base of qualified construction firms capable of delivering high-integrity, mission-critical infrastructure. Her work involves managing competitive bidding processes and ensuring adherence to technical specifications for structural, mechanical, and electrical systems in federal facilities. She collaborates closely with the acquisition team to maintain transparency, accountability, and timely execution of contracts across geographically dispersed locations. Smith’s contracting portfolio reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 85.7% of acquisitions conducted without set-aside restrictions, while 14.3% are structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This balance demonstrates a commitment to fostering small business participation without compromising the need for scalable, experienced contractors capable of handling large-scale construction demands. Her primary industry focus lies in Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (NAICS 236220), encompassing new construction, renovation, and rehabilitation of federal shore facilities. She also engages in New Multifamily Housing Construction (NAICS 236116) for Coast Guard personnel quarters. Her technical expertise centers on facility lifecycle management, building code compliance, and sustainable construction practices tailored to federal maritime operational environments.