Ryan West

Ryan D. West serves as a Senior Contracting Officer (SK3) within the U.S. Coast Guard’s SFLC Procurement Branch 3, where he leads the acquisition of critical maritime maintenance, repair, and shipbuilding services essential to sustaining the Coast Guard’s fleet readiness. His portfolio centers on complex, mission-critical contracts under FAR Part 13 and Part 15, primarily focused on vessel lifecycle management, structural upgrades, and integrated system modernization. West ensures compliance with federal procurement standards while aligning acquisitions with the Coast Guard’s strategic objectives for operational endurance and maritime security. He maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of specialized contractors, including PHILADELPHIA ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT CO, JDCI ENTERPRISES, INC., ALS SERVICES USA, CORP., CABRAS MARINE CORPORATION, and BAY MARINE BOATWORKS, INC. These partnerships reflect a preference for established vendors with proven expertise in naval architecture, marine electrical systems, and dry-dock repair capabilities. West’s procurement approach emphasizes technical competency, past performance, and proven reliability in high-stakes maritime environments, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in regulatory compliance and performance accountability. West’s contracting activity is overwhelmingly non-set-aside, with 93.7% of awards issued under full and open competition, reflecting a mission-driven prioritization of capability over socioeconomic categorization. While small business participation is maintained at 6.3%, primarily through Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, his focus remains on securing the highest technical and operational value, ensuring that vessel integrity and safety standards are never compromised. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), encompassing hull modifications, propulsion system overhauls, and corrosion control. He also procures industrial machinery, fabricated metal components, and marine-grade electrical systems, demonstrating deep technical fluency in naval engineering domains. West’s expertise ensures that all acquisitions directly support the Coast Guard’s mission to maintain a safe, resilient, and operationally ready maritime fleet.