Clifton D. Price
Frederick,MD
Summary
Logistics professional with reputation for high standards and achieving results. Proven track record in optimizing supply chain operations and enhancing efficiency. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability, bringing expertise in inventory management and vendor relations.
Experienced Logistics Manager proficient at monitoring operational pulse to deliver relevant information to all major internal customers and stakeholders. Accustomed to working with multiple entities to achieve business goals for logistics efficiency, cost containment and contract integrity. Works quickly and maintains focus while providing top-notch customer service.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logistics Manager
Fast Response Cutter (FRC) Program Office (CG-9324)
10.2008 - Current
- Serving as a Logistics Manager in the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Program Management Office (PMO) for an ACAT 1 acquisition program, overseeing the procurement of 65 Fast Response Cutter (FRC) SENTINEL Class Patrol Boats.
- Logistics & Program Support
- 16 years of experience in acquisition logistics, sustainment planning, configuration management, and lifecycle support for major USCG systems acquisitions.
- Developed and routed six FRC Integrated Logistics Support Plans (ILSPs) in compliance with the Major Systems Acquisition Manual (MSAM). FRC ILSP Version II was recognized as a flagship model by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
- Co-chaired 15 Integrated Logistics Support Management Team (ILSMT) meetings, ensuring a smooth transition from acquisition to sustainment phases.
- Provided oversight of ILSP documentation, contractor deliverables, risk management, procurement planning, and provisioning/cataloging processes.
- Sustainment & Readiness Planning
- Led logistics strategies enabling the successful deployment of 59 mission-ready FRCs.
- Conducted tasking, tracking, and evaluation of deliverables to ensure compliance with USCG sustainment goals.
- Assisted in developing Program Life Cycle Cost Estimates, Statements of Work (SOW), and Independent Government Cost Estimates for support contracts.
- Managed over 1,000 logistics-related Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) to ensure contract compliance and sustainment effectiveness.
- Contract & Stakeholder Coordination
- Supervised a team of five logisticians and engineers supporting major surface acquisition programs, including the National Security Cutter (NSC) and FRC.
- Collaborated with key USCG stakeholders, including CG-1B3, CG-44, CG-45, CG-6, CG-7, the Patrol Boat Product Line (PBPL), and the Surface Forces Logistics Center (SFLC).
- Led logistics coordination for FRC Follow-on Operational Test & Evaluation (FOT&E), ensuring resolution of deficiencies identified during Initial Operational Test & Evaluation (IOT&E).
- Determined spare parts, tools, manuals, and training requirements for both onboard and shore-side FRC support, including homeported vessels in Bahrain.
- Infrastructure & Contracting Support
- Served as Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) for a $15M FRC mooring project in Patrol Forces Southwest Asia (PATFORSWA), Manama, Bahrain, ensuring planning, construction, and maintenance of moorings.
- Managed invoice payments using FSMS and Enduring Overseas Mission (EOM) funds from CG-83.
- Coordinated with Naval Facilities Support Activity Bahrain for proper documentation and long-term sustainment of FRC moorings.
- Provided expertise in solicitation, evaluation, and contract award processes for program management and engineering support services.
- Facilitated government-contractor conflict resolution and evaluated proposals for contract awards.
- Special Assignments & Recognition
- Handpicked as COR for a Business Case Analysis (BCA) at the Coast Guard Yard, assessing the feasibility of organic depot-level overhauls for FRC MTU main diesel engines.
- Monitored contractor performance, compiled inspection reports, and recommended contract modifications.
- Played a key role in establishing a highly capable maintenance facility for FRC MTU engines.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Saint Leo University
01.2008
Master of Science - Management Information Systems
Florida Institute of Technology
01.2017
Master of Science - Logistics Management
Florida Institute of Technology
01.2015
Skills
- Distribution management
- Supply chain management
- Mentoring and training
- Team management
- Supplies inventory
- Budget planning
- Supply positioning
- Logistics management
- Work delegation
Certification
- Level III Life Cycle Logistics
- Level III Contracting Officer’s Representative
- Level I Program Management
Timeline
Logistics Manager
Fast Response Cutter (FRC) Program Office (CG-9324)
10.2008 - Current
Master of Science - Management Information Systems
Florida Institute of Technology
Master of Science - Logistics Management
Florida Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Saint Leo University
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