Toni Cheek

Toni Cheek serves as a Contract Specialist within the SFLC Procurement Branch 3 (00040) of the U.S. Coast Guard, responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions supporting maritime fleet sustainment and modernization. She executes complex acquisitions for shipboard systems, mechanical equipment, and vessel maintenance services critical to operational readiness. Her portfolio centers on ensuring the endurance and safety of Coast Guard cutters through strategic sourcing of specialized engineering, repair, and fabrication solutions aligned with lifecycle management objectives. Cheek works closely with technical stakeholders to define requirements, negotiate contract terms, and ensure compliance with federal acquisition regulations. Cheek maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of experienced maritime and industrial 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 preference for vendors with proven expertise in marine electrical systems, hull and machinery repair, and custom fabrication for naval applications. Her contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor reliability, technical capability, and adherence to Coast Guard quality standards, fostering collaborative relationships grounded in performance accountability and regulatory compliance. While the majority of her acquisitions—78.2%—are conducted without set-asides, Cheek actively supports small business participation, with 21.8% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. She consistently prioritizes opportunities for small businesses with demonstrated capability in maritime industrial services, aligning with broader Coast Guard and DHS socioeconomic goals without relying on specialized set-aside programs like 8(a) or HUBZone. Her procurement focus is concentrated in NAICS categories related to mechanical power transmission, engine equipment manufacturing, and commercial machinery repair and maintenance, reflecting deep expertise in procuring propulsion components, auxiliary systems, and vessel-specific fabrication. She specializes in sourcing mission-critical hardware and services that support the Coast Guard’s operational infrastructure, demonstrating technical fluency in naval engineering domains and a commitment to mission-driven acquisition outcomes.