Scott A. Wood

Scott A. Wood serves as a Contract Specialist within the SFLC Procurement Branch 3 (00040) of the U.S. Coast Guard, where he plays a critical role in executing complex acquisitions to sustain and modernize the Coast Guard’s maritime fleet. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions, he specializes in ship repair, vessel system maintenance, and mission-critical equipment procurement aligned with the Coast Guard’s operational readiness objectives. His acquisitions primarily support the lifecycle management of cutters and auxiliary systems, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-driven technical requirements. Wood maintains established relationships with key 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 focus on specialized marine engineering, mechanical systems repair, and electrical instrumentation services essential to vessel sustainment. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration with firms possessing proven expertise in maritime infrastructure, often engaging contractors with niche capabilities in propulsion, navigation, and hull systems. His procurement portfolio is predominantly open competition, with 82.5% of awards issued without set-aside, reflecting a preference for full and open competition to ensure technical excellence. However, he consistently supports small business participation, with 17.3% of awards directed under Total Small Business Set-Asides, demonstrating a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals without compromising mission requirements. While 8(a) and other socioeconomic programs are minimally utilized, his approach prioritizes capability-driven sourcing over programmatic quotas. Wood’s technical focus centers on NAICS codes 333618 (Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing), 333613 (Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing), and 334511 (Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing), indicating deep expertise in propulsion systems, power transmission components, and maritime navigation instrumentation. His acquisitions consistently target high-reliability, Coast Guard-certified equipment critical to vessel safety and operational endurance.