Tracey L. Cross

Tracey L. Cross 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 complex contracts for aerospace, maritime, and technical services, with a primary focus on air traffic control systems and related infrastructure critical to maritime domain awareness. Her work directly enables the modernization of coastal patrol capabilities and the sustainment of specialized vessel fleets through acquisition of mission-critical systems and services aligned with Coast Guard strategic priorities. Tracey maintains enduring relationships with a select group of prime contractors, including Bollinger Shipyards Lockport, L.L.C., Davie Defense Inc., Rauma Marine Constructions Oy, and Rozema’s Boat Works, Inc., all of which specialize in vessel construction, defense systems integration, and maritime technology. Her contracting approach emphasizes long-term partnerships with vendors possessing proven expertise in naval architecture, defense-grade electronics, and mission-specific maritime platforms, fostering collaboration on technically demanding procurements that require stringent compliance with federal and Coast Guard-specific standards. Tracey’s procurement portfolio reflects a consistent preference for full and open competition, with 100% of her awards issued under no set-aside conditions. While she does not currently utilize socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, her contracting decisions prioritize technical capability, past performance, and mission alignment over socioeconomic classifications, ensuring the Coast Guard receives the highest-quality solutions for its operational needs. Her primary NAICS focus is 488111 (Air Traffic Control), underscoring her deep specialization in procuring advanced surveillance, navigation, and detection systems essential for maritime safety and security. She routinely manages contracts for radar integration, sensor networks, and command-and-control infrastructure that enhance the Coast Guard’s ability to monitor and respond to threats across U.S. waters and coastal approaches.