Robin B. Kloeppel

Robin B. Kloeppel serves as the primary contracting lead for the SFLC Procurement Branch 2 (70Z085) within the U.S. Coast Guard, overseeing the acquisition of critical maritime systems essential to fleet sustainment and modernization. Responsible for managing complex shipbuilding, repair, and maintenance contracts, Kloeppel ensures alignment with the Coast Guard’s lifecycle management goals for cutters and naval vessels. Their portfolio encompasses technical acquisitions spanning vessel construction, propulsion systems, and marine infrastructure upgrades, requiring deep familiarity with naval engineering standards and defense procurement regulations. Kloeppel plays a pivotal role in executing strategic procurement initiatives that maintain operational readiness across coastal and open-ocean missions. Kloeppel maintains consistent working relationships with key industrial partners including ROLLS-ROYCE SOLUTIONS AMERICA INC, VIGOR MARINE LLC, JAG INDUSTRIAL SERVICES, INC, G I INDUSTRIAL-MARINE, LLC, and L1 ENTERPRISES INCORPORATED. These contractors provide specialized expertise in shipyard services, mechanical systems integration, and marine repair, reflecting a preference for established vendors with proven capabilities in naval vessel maintenance and fabrication. The working relationships are characterized by long-term collaboration, performance-based contract structures, and a focus on mission-critical deliverables requiring stringent quality and safety compliance. Kloeppel’s contracting approach reflects a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with approximately 40% of awards designated for total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, while the majority of procurements remain open competition. A modest but consistent portion supports women-owned small businesses, demonstrating targeted efforts to broaden vendor diversity without compromising operational requirements. The absence of set-asides in the majority of awards underscores a prioritization of technical capability and readiness over socioeconomic preferences when mission needs demand specialized expertise. The primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), accounting for nearly two-thirds of activity, with secondary emphasis on motor and generator manufacturing, fluid power systems, and commercial marine equipment maintenance. Kloeppel’s technical expertise spans propulsion systems, marine electrical infrastructure, and vessel repair logistics, ensuring acquisitions meet rigorous Coast Guard operational and safety standards.