Susan L. Sowa

Susan L. Sowa serves as a Contract Specialist within the SFLC Procurement Branch 3 (70Z040) of the U.S. Coast Guard, where she plays a critical role in executing acquisitions that sustain and modernize the Coast Guard’s maritime fleet and operational infrastructure. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts for vessel maintenance, repair, and specialized marine equipment, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-critical readiness standards. Her portfolio centers on technical procurement actions supporting cutter sustainment, electrical systems integration, and marine vessel fabrication, aligning closely with the Coast Guard’s strategic priorities in fleet endurance and modernization. Sowa maintains consistent working 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, electrical component manufacturing, and vessel repair services. Her procurement approach emphasizes collaboration with vendors possessing niche maritime expertise, fostering long-term vendor engagement to support complex, mission-essential deliverables under tight operational timelines. A strong advocate for small business participation, Sowa consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Aside contracts, with approximately two-thirds of her acquisitions reserved for small businesses under FAR 19.5. Her contracting patterns reflect a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic programs, ensuring broad access for qualified small entities in the marine and electrical manufacturing sectors, while maintaining rigorous performance and compliance standards. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336214 (Travel Trailer and Camper Manufacturing) and 335999 (All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing), indicating deep expertise in procuring custom marine craft and specialized electrical systems for Coast Guard vessels. She specializes in sourcing technically complex, non-standard components and integrated systems that support vessel functionality, safety, and operational resilience in austere maritime environments.