Maria L Nestico

Maria L. Nestico serves as a Contracting Officer at the U.S. Coast Guard’s Tracen YORKTOWN (70Z041), where she manages mission-critical acquisitions to sustain operational readiness across maritime law enforcement, search and rescue, and infrastructure modernization. Her portfolio includes procurements for advanced surveillance and navigation systems, fire suppression and life support equipment, and facility sustainment services critical to Coast Guard personnel. Nestico applies full lifecycle contracting expertise to ensure compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning acquisitions with the Coast Guard’s strategic priorities in maritime domain awareness and force protection. Nestico cultivates partnerships with a diverse range of vendors, including manufacturers of specialized engineering and audiovisual equipment, security systems integrators, and electrical equipment wholesalers. While specific contractor names are not disclosed in available data, her contracting patterns reflect consistent engagement with both large-capability suppliers and small business concerns, emphasizing technical proficiency and mission alignment. She maintains a collaborative, risk-informed approach to vendor selection, prioritizing performance history, compliance, and innovation in procurement decisions. Nestico demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with nearly 47% of her awards directed toward small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, including competitive total small business and 8(a) programs. Her set-aside profile reflects a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for disadvantaged and small businesses while maintaining rigorous standards for mission-critical performance. This balance ensures broad vendor participation without compromising operational requirements or regulatory compliance. Her primary NAICS focus areas include 333618 (Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing), 334310 (Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing), 561621 (Security Systems Services), and 423610 (Electrical Apparatus Wholesalers), indicating deep expertise in procuring maritime surveillance technology, communications hardware, physical security infrastructure, and related electrical systems. Nestico’s technical domain knowledge spans defense-grade electronics, life safety systems, and facility sustainment, positioning her as a key enabler of Coast Guard operational capability through precise, compliant, and mission-driven acquisitions.