Andres Walsh

Andres Walsh serves as a Contract Specialist at the Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) of the U.S. Coast Guard, where he plays a pivotal role in securing mission-critical aviation sustainment capabilities. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions, he specializes in acquiring parts, avionics, and support services essential to maintaining the Coast Guard’s rotary- and fixed-wing aircraft fleet, including legacy platforms like the MH-65E Dauphin and HC-144 Ocean Sentry. His acquisitions span complex technical domains involving aircraft manufacturing, auxiliary equipment, and air transportation support, ensuring operational readiness through timely and compliant contract execution aligned with FAR and DFARS requirements. Walsh maintains established working relationships with key industry partners including ROCKWELL COLLINS, INC., AIRBUS US SPACE & DEFENSE INC, and AVIATRIX INC, reflecting a preference for proven suppliers with deep expertise in aerospace systems integration and maintenance support. He also collaborates with specialized logistics providers such as GOLDBELT INTEGRATED LOGISTICS SERVICES, LLC, and niche suppliers like Quality Biological, Inc., indicating a balanced approach between large prime contractors and targeted niche vendors capable of delivering specialized components and services critical to aviation sustainment. His procurement portfolio demonstrates a strong inclination toward open competition, with 65.6% of awards issued without set-asides, while maintaining a significant commitment to small business participation—34.4% of contracts are set aside for total small business under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to leverage small business innovation while ensuring supply chain resilience and technical capability. Walsh’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), followed by 488190 (Other Support Activities for Air Transportation) and 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing). His expertise centers on procuring flight-critical components, maintenance kits, avionics upgrades, and logistics support services essential to extending the service life and operational reliability of Coast Guard aviation assets.