Sabrina Phillips

Sabrina Phillips serves as a Contract Specialist within the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration, where she plays a pivotal role in executing strategic acquisitions that support national maritime infrastructure and defense readiness. She manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions for technical, logistical, and professional services critical to sustaining the National Defense Reserve Fleet and advancing the operational capacity of the U.S. Merchant Marine. Her portfolio includes complex contracts for vessel support systems, cybersecurity services, and maritime logistics solutions, aligning closely with the agency’s mission to ensure maritime sovereignty and emergency response capability. Phillips maintains a consistent working relationship with CONNECTA SATELLITE SOLUTIONS LLC, a key vendor providing specialized communications and data transmission services essential for fleet operations. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and long-term vendor collaboration, fostering partnerships with firms capable of delivering mission-critical technology and operational support under stringent federal compliance standards. She prioritizes reliability and technical proficiency in contractor selection, often engaging vendors with proven experience in maritime environments. Her procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with approximately 79.5% of acquisitions conducted without set-aside restrictions. Nevertheless, she actively supports small business participation, with over 20% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both efficiency and socioeconomic goals. Phillips specializes in procurements under NAICS codes 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) and 483111 (Deep Sea Freight Transportation), with additional focus on engineering services, insurance brokerage, and broader professional technical services. Her expertise lies in acquiring advanced IT infrastructure, maritime logistics systems, and operational support services that enhance the readiness and modernization of the nation’s strategic maritime assets.