Carlos A. Donado

Carlos A. Donado serves as a key procurement lead within the Naval Special Warfare Command, supporting the acquisition of mission-critical systems that enhance maritime special operations capabilities. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on advanced nautical and aeronautical instrumentation, unmanned system integration, and specialized operational training solutions. His work directly enables the readiness of Naval Special Warfare units by ensuring timely delivery of technically sophisticated equipment and support services aligned with high-risk, low-visibility mission requirements. Donado operates within the broader U.S. Special Operations Command framework, prioritizing acquisitions that advance tactical mobility, sensor integration, and force protection in austere environments. He maintains consistent relationships with a select group of specialized vendors, including Trofholtz Technologies, Inc. for advanced navigation and sensing systems, Pass Christian Yacht Works, LLC for custom maritime vessel modifications, and Teamworks Tactical Solutions Inc. for tactical equipment and field support. McKenzie Construction & Site Development LLC and Airgas USA, LLC provide essential infrastructure and mission-enabling utilities, respectively. Donado’s contracting approach favors established niche suppliers with proven expertise in defense-grade applications, emphasizing reliability, rapid response, and compliance with military specifications. His procurement strategy reflects a strong emphasis on broad market access, with 75% of awards issued under open competition and 25% designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. While no specific socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a) or SDVOSB are dominant, his consistent use of small business set-asides demonstrates a deliberate commitment to fostering innovation and capacity within the defense-industrial base. Donado’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334511, encompassing search, detection, and guidance systems for maritime and aerial platforms, alongside NAICS 488390 for water transportation support and NAICS 611699 for specialized operational instruction. His acquisitions center on ruggedized electronics, vessel maintenance and modification, and advanced tactical training systems, reflecting deep technical expertise in special operations logistics and maritime warfare enablers.