Tracey Strawbridge

Tracey M. Strawbridge serves as a Contract Specialist within the SFLC Procurement Branch 1 (70Z080) of the U.S. Coast Guard, where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex acquisitions to sustain and modernize the nation’s maritime fleet. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of procurement—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—primarily for shipbuilding, vessel repair, and maintenance services critical to operational readiness. She specializes in negotiated, fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contracts under FAR Part 16, ensuring compliance with defense acquisition regulations while aligning with the Coast Guard’s strategic priorities for fleet longevity and mission capability. Strawbridge maintains longstanding relationships with key industrial partners including Fairbanks Morse, LLC, Thoma-Sea Marine Constructors, L.L.C., Bay Ship & Yacht Co., and Technico Corporation, all of which provide specialized naval architecture, dry dock services, and propulsion system upgrades. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and long-term vendor collaboration, fostering trust through transparent communication and rigorous oversight of technical deliverables. She frequently engages with shipyard contractors possessing qualified maritime fabrication capabilities and Navy-qualified quality assurance systems. A strong advocate for small business participation, Strawbridge consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with over two-thirds of her awards directed to small businesses. She also actively supports 8(a), HUBZone, and Women-Owned Small Business programs, reflecting a deliberate socioeconomic strategy to broaden industry participation and enhance competition in niche maritime markets. Her procurement focus is overwhelmingly centered on NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), accounting for nearly 93% of her portfolio. She procures specialized services including hull rehabilitation, electrical system modernization, and marine coating applications, requiring deep technical understanding of naval vessel systems and regulatory standards under NVIC and USCG Marine Safety Manual provisions.