Marlecia M. Newby

Marlecia M. Newby serves as a Contract Specialist within the U.S. Coast Guard’s Headquarters Contract Operations (CG-912), where she plays a pivotal role in executing strategic acquisitions that advance national maritime security and operational readiness. She manages the full lifecycle of complex contracts for aerospace, maritime, and technical services, with a focus on vessel modernization, search and detection systems, and mission-critical support services. Her work directly supports the Coast Guard’s priorities in enhancing coastal patrol capabilities and sustaining specialized fleets through new construction and technology integration, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-aligned procurement outcomes. Newby maintains consistent working relationships with key shipbuilders and maritime contractors, including Bollinger Shipyards Lockport, L.L.C., Davie Defense Inc., Rauma Marine Constructions Oy, and Rozema’s Boat Works, Inc. These partnerships reflect a focus on specialized vessel construction, repair, and maritime system integration. Her contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, technical validation, and performance-based contract management to ensure delivery of high-integrity maritime assets aligned with Coast Guard operational requirements. Her procurement patterns demonstrate a strong preference for open competition, with 77.8% of awards issued without set-aside designations. However, she actively supports socioeconomic programs, with 11.1% of contracts awarded through Total Small Business Set-Asides and another 11.1% competed under the 8(a) program, reflecting a balanced commitment to broad market access and targeted small business development. Newby’s primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 336612 (Boat Building) and NAICS 541611 (Administrative Management Consulting), with additional activity in technical services and IT support. She regularly acquires vessel design, construction, and maintenance services alongside mission support consulting, demonstrating deep expertise in maritime acquisition domains and the integration of commercial best practices into federal procurement frameworks.