Ric Waechter

Ric Waechter serves as a Housing Officer within the U.S. Coast Guard’s LOG-9 office (70Z084), responsible for managing life-cycle support acquisitions to ensure habitable, secure, and mission-ready housing and facility infrastructure for shore-based personnel. His procurement activities center on residential remodeling and renovation projects critical to sustaining operational readiness across coastal and inland installations. Waechter oversees the full acquisition lifecycle—from requirements definition and market research to contract award and performance monitoring—ensuring compliance with federal regulations and alignment with the Coast Guard’s strategic facility modernization goals. He maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors, including GILMAN CORPORATION THE, FRONTLINE ENTERPRISES LLC, ISN ALLIANCE LLC, S3 SOLUTIONS ONE LLC, and FAZTEC INDUSTRIES INC, all of which specialize in residential construction, facility upgrades, and maintenance services. These partnerships are characterized by repeat engagements and performance-based contract execution, reflecting a preference for vendors with proven expertise in military housing standards and rapid turnaround capabilities under operational constraints. Waechter demonstrates an unwavering commitment to small business participation, directing 100% of his housing-related acquisitions toward Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This policy ensures equitable access for small businesses, including those certified under 8(a), HUBZone, and SDVOSB programs, reinforcing the agency’s socioeconomic objectives while fostering a resilient, diverse vendor base capable of delivering high-quality residential services. His procurement focus is exclusively aligned with NAICS 236118 (Residential Remodelers), reflecting deep expertise in renovation, structural upgrades, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems within occupied housing complexes. He specializes in acquiring services that enhance livability, energy efficiency, and compliance with military housing codes, ensuring facilities meet the unique demands of Coast Guard personnel and their families.