Tracey Harriot

Tracey Harriot serves as a Contract Specialist within the U.S. Coast Guard’s Headquarters Contract Operations (CG-912), where she plays a pivotal role in executing strategic acquisitions that support national maritime security and operational readiness. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts for aerospace, maritime, and technical services, with a focus on vessel modernization, search and detection systems, and specialized training programs. Her work directly enables the Coast Guard’s mission to enhance coastal patrol capabilities and sustain critical fleet infrastructure through new construction and technology integration, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-driven procurement priorities. Harriot maintains strong, long-term relationships with key shipbuilding and maritime service providers, including Bollinger Shipyards Lockport, L.L.C., Davie Defense Inc., Rauma Marine Constructions Oy, and Rozema’s Boat Works, Inc. These partnerships reflect a consistent focus on specialized vessel construction, repair, and technical support services. Her contracting approach emphasizes reliability, technical proficiency, and industrial capacity, often engaging vendors with proven expertise in marine systems and defense-grade fabrication. Her procurement patterns show a strong preference for open competition, with 85.7% of awards issued without set-asides, while maintaining a meaningful commitment to socioeconomic programs—14.3% of contracts are reserved for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. This balanced approach ensures broad market access while supporting veteran-owned enterprises aligned with defense readiness goals. Harriot’s primary NAICS focus includes professional and management development training (611430), computer training (611420), shipbuilding and repairing (336611), and motor and generator manufacturing (335312). Her portfolio reflects deep expertise in acquiring workforce development solutions, maritime technical systems, and mission-critical equipment, demonstrating a nuanced understanding of both human capital and hardware requirements essential to Coast Guard operations.