Susan Hetrick

Susan K. Hetrick serves as an Acquisition Specialist within the U.S. Coast Guard’s Ceu PROVIDENCE (70Z0G1) office, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical infrastructure acquisitions to sustain operational readiness. She manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions for heavy civil engineering projects, including construction, repair, and modernization of maritime facilities such as barracks, boat maintenance centers, and utility systems. Her work directly supports the Coast Guard’s core missions in search and rescue, law enforcement, and homeland security by ensuring that physical infrastructure meets stringent operational and safety standards. Hetrick specializes in complex, multi-year construction contracts requiring rigorous compliance with federal acquisition regulations and environmental constraints. Hetrick maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of experienced contractors, including TERRY CONTRACTING & MATERIALS, INC., GALVIN BROS & MADHUE CONTRACTING JV, and CHESTERFIELD ASSOCIATES INC, among others. These partnerships are characterized by long-term engagement on large-scale infrastructure projects requiring specialized expertise in marine construction, heavy earthmoving, and utility integration. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical compliance, and contractor accountability, fostering reliable delivery of mission-essential assets through trusted vendor networks. A strong advocate for small business participation, Hetrick consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with over half of her portfolio allocated to small business concerns. Her socioeconomic contracting patterns reflect a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small, capable firms in the civil construction sector, aligning with federal goals for equitable access to government contracts. Her primary technical focus lies in NAICS 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction), with significant activity in related categories including power line construction, electrical systems, masonry, and water supply infrastructure. Hetrick brings deep expertise in procuring complex, engineered solutions for coastal and maritime environments, ensuring that all acquisitions meet the Coast Guard’s unique operational and resilience requirements.