Andrew J. Hadden

Andrew J. Hadden serves as a Contract Specialist within the U.S. Coast Guard’s Headquarters Contract Operations (CG-912), where he plays a pivotal role in executing strategic acquisitions that support national maritime security and force modernization. He manages complex procurements for aerospace, maritime, and technical services critical to enhancing coastal patrol capabilities, maritime domain awareness systems, and vessel modernization programs. His portfolio centers on high-technology systems including satellite communications, navigation and detection instrumentation, and computer systems design services, ensuring the Coast Guard maintains operational readiness through cutting-edge procurement solutions. Hadden maintains long-standing relationships with key shipyard and defense contractors, including Bollinger Shipyards Lockport, L.L.C., Davie Defense Inc., Rauma Marine Constructions Oy, and Rozema’s Boat Works, Inc., reflecting a focus on specialized vessel construction and maritime system integration. His contracting approach emphasizes collaboration with experienced industrial partners capable of delivering mission-critical hardware and integrated systems under stringent maritime operational standards, often involving technical specifications for ruggedized, saltwater-resistant platforms and sensor suites. His procurement patterns show a strong preference for open competition, with 83.3% of awards issued without set-asides, while maintaining a consistent 16.7% allocation to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a balanced commitment to leveraging both large-scale industrial capacity and small business innovation, with no reliance on 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, indicating a preference for broad-based competition within the small business category. Hadden’s technical focus lies primarily in NAICS 517410 (Satellite Telecommunications), 334511 (Search, Detection, and Navigation Systems Manufacturing), and 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), underscoring his expertise in procuring advanced maritime surveillance, real-time data transmission, and mission-critical software systems. His work directly enables the Coast Guard’s modernization of sensor networks, command and control platforms, and integrated communication architectures essential for 21st-century maritime operations.