Pastaveia St. John

Pastaveia St. John serves as a Contract Specialist within the SFLC Procurement Branch 2 (70Z085) of the U.S. Coast Guard, where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex shipbuilding and maintenance acquisitions critical to national maritime readiness. Responsible for the full lifecycle procurement process—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—she ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while supporting the modernization and sustainment of the Coast Guard’s cutter fleet. Her portfolio primarily consists of ship repair, vessel modernization, and naval infrastructure contracts, requiring deep technical understanding of marine engineering systems and defense logistics. St. John maintains established working relationships with key industry partners including ROLLS-ROYCE SOLUTIONS AMERICA INC, VIGOR MARINE LLC, JAG INDUSTRIAL SERVICES, INC, G I INDUSTRIAL-MARINE, LLC, and L1 ENTERPRISES INCORPORATED. These vendors are recognized for their specialized capabilities in marine fabrication, propulsion system integration, and dry-dock maintenance services. Her procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, performance-based contracting, and rigorous technical evaluation to ensure mission-critical vessel readiness. Her contracting patterns reflect a strong commitment to small business participation, with 42.9% of her awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of her acquisitions remain open to all competitors, she consistently prioritizes qualified small businesses with proven expertise in shipyard operations and marine industrial services, aligning with federal socioeconomic goals without compromising technical requirements. St. John’s work is exclusively focused on NAICS 336611—Ship Building and Repairing—making her a subject matter expert in naval vessel lifecycle management. She procures services ranging from hull repairs and propulsion system overhauls to electrical and navigation system upgrades, requiring precise knowledge of Coast Guard technical specifications and maritime safety standards. Her domain expertise ensures acquisitions meet operational demands across coastal, offshore, and open-ocean missions.