Toy Benyetta Jefferson

Toy Benyetta Jefferson serves as a key procurement lead within the C5I Division 3 Portsmouth of the U.S. Coast Guard, overseeing the acquisition of advanced command, control, communications, computers, cyber, and intelligence systems critical to maritime domain awareness and national security operations. Responsible for managing the lifecycle of complex technical contracts, Jefferson ensures that procurements align with the agency’s strategic modernization goals, focusing on resilient communication networks, cyber-secure infrastructure, and precision electronic systems. Their role involves evaluating technical proposals, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations, and coordinating with engineering and operational stakeholders to translate mission needs into actionable procurement strategies. Jefferson maintains consistent working relationships with TRIMBLE INC, a trusted vendor providing geospatial and precision navigation technologies essential to Coast Guard operations. The contracting pattern reflects a preference for established industry partners with proven capabilities in defense-grade communications and systems integration, with a focus on vendors capable of supporting long-term sustainment and cybersecurity compliance. While major contractors are frequently engaged, the procurement approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and technical interoperability over sole-source reliance. Jefferson’s contracting portfolio shows no use of set-aside programs, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a mission-driven prioritization of technical capability and operational readiness over socioeconomic preferences, indicating a focus on selecting the most qualified offerors regardless of business size or certification status. The primary NAICS categories under Jefferson’s purview include Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing, Computing Infrastructure Providers, and Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance, with additional emphasis on Computer Systems Design Services and Radio and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing. These reflect a deep specialization in procuring hardened communication hardware, real-time data processing platforms, and mission-critical maintenance services that support the Coast Guard’s operational resilience across maritime, aerial, and cyber domains.