William E. Lewis

William E. Lewis serves as a key procurement lead within the U.S. Coast Guard’s Headquarters Contract Operations (CG-912), overseeing strategic acquisitions critical to maritime operational readiness and force modernization. He manages a portfolio centered on the design, construction, and sustainment of specialized vessels and related maritime systems, ensuring alignment with national security priorities. His responsibilities include executing full lifecycle contracting for complex shipbuilding and technical support services, with a focus on enhancing coastal patrol capabilities, maritime domain awareness infrastructure, and fleet modernization programs. Lewis works closely with acquisition teams to translate operational requirements into compliant, competitively awarded contracts that meet stringent Coast Guard standards for safety, reliability, and long-term sustainment. Lewis maintains longstanding relationships with a core group of shipyard 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 the design and fabrication of patrol boats, response vessels, and customized maritime platforms. His procurement approach emphasizes collaboration with experienced shipbuilders capable of meeting U.S. Coast Guard technical specifications and naval architecture standards, often involving phased delivery, integrated logistics support, and rigorous quality assurance protocols. His contracting patterns reflect a balanced commitment to small business participation, with 40% of awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, while 60% remain open competition. He actively supports small business growth through targeted set-asides without relying heavily on specialized socioeconomic programs, prioritizing capability and capacity over certification type. The overwhelming majority of his acquisitions fall under NAICS 336612 (Boat Building), reflecting deep expertise in vessel construction, marine systems integration, and naval engineering support. A secondary focus on NAICS 611420 (Computer Training) underscores his role in procuring crew readiness and technical training services essential for operating advanced maritime systems. His domain expertise lies at the intersection of shipbuilding, operational sustainment, and maritime technology deployment.