Tiffany D. Thompson

Tiffany D. Thompson serves as a key procurement professional within the U.S. Coast Guard’s Headquarters Contract Operations (CG-912), where she plays a central role in executing strategic acquisitions to sustain and modernize the nation’s maritime fleet. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle management of contracts for shipbuilding, vessel repair, and specialized maritime systems, directly supporting operational readiness and force modernization priorities. She routinely handles complex, high-stakes procurements under FAR Part 13 and Part 15, with a focus on new construction, refit programs, and technical upgrades for coastal and riverine patrol assets. Her work ensures the Coast Guard maintains mission-critical capabilities through timely, compliant, and efficient contracting. Thompson maintains enduring relationships with a select group of specialized shipyard contractors, including Bollinger Shipyards Lockport, L.L.C., Davie Defense Inc., Rauma Marine Constructions Oy, and Rozema’s Boat Works, Inc., all of which possess deep expertise in naval architecture and Coast Guard-specific vessel requirements. These partnerships are characterized by long-term collaboration, technical alignment, and iterative contract performance, often involving multiple award IDIQs and cost-reimbursement structures. Her procurement approach emphasizes vendor reliability, shipyard capacity, and proven track records in delivering complex maritime platforms under stringent government standards. A strong advocate for small business participation, Thompson consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides, with nearly 59% of her portfolio reserved for small businesses under FAR 19.5. She also supports HUBZone and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business set-asides, reflecting a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic equity and workforce development in the maritime industrial base. Her contracting patterns demonstrate a balanced approach that fosters competition while ensuring access for qualified niche vendors. Her procurement focus is overwhelmingly centered on NAICS 336611—Ship Building and Repairing—reflecting deep expertise in naval vessel construction, dry-dock modernization, and hull integrity upgrades. She rarely procures ancillary systems outside this domain, demonstrating a highly specialized technical profile aligned with the Coast Guard’s core mission of maritime domain awareness and fleet sustainability.