Paulette Wilson

Paulette Wilson serves as a Contract Specialist within the C5I Division 3 Portsmouth of the U.S. Coast Guard, where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex acquisitions to modernize command, control, communications, computers, cyber, and intelligence (C5I) systems. Her responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of procurements—from requirements validation and market research to contract award and administration—ensuring alignment with national maritime security objectives. She specializes in technical acquisitions supporting maritime surveillance, navigation, and secure communications infrastructure, frequently engaging with defense and aerospace contractors to deliver mission-critical capabilities that enhance operational resilience across all domains. Wilson maintains a consistent working relationship with Trimble Inc., a leading provider of precision positioning and geospatial technologies, reflecting her focus on integrated systems that support real-time situational awareness. Her contracting patterns emphasize long-term partnerships with established vendors possessing proven expertise in C5I modernization, cybersecurity integration, and wireless communications hardware. She prioritizes technical performance, interoperability, and lifecycle support in vendor selection, fostering collaborative relationships grounded in compliance, transparency, and mission alignment. Her procurement portfolio reflects a 100% preference for full and open competition, with no set-asides designated for 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or other socioeconomic categories. While she does not formally reserve opportunities for small businesses, her acquisition strategy remains compliant with all federal procurement regulations and emphasizes value-driven outcomes over socioeconomic classifications. Wilson’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services) and 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing). She routinely procures advanced signal processing systems, secure radio transceivers, satellite communication terminals, and custom engineering solutions that support Coast Guard maritime domain awareness initiatives. Her technical expertise centers on RF systems, embedded communications architectures, and cyber-hardened hardware, ensuring the acquisition of next-generation C5I capabilities aligned with DHS and Coast Guard strategic imperatives.