CDR David J. Obermeier

CDR David J. Obermeier serves as Deputy Program Manager for Hq Contract Operations (CG-912) within the U.S. Coast Guard, where he plays a pivotal role in advancing the service’s maritime acquisition strategy. He oversees the planning, execution, and lifecycle management of shipbuilding and vessel modernization contracts critical to sustaining coastal patrol, search and rescue, and maritime domain awareness capabilities. His responsibilities include coordinating with technical stakeholders, ensuring compliance with defense acquisition regulations, and aligning procurement actions with national security priorities. CDR Obermeier primarily manages complex, high-priority acquisitions in naval ship construction and repair, working closely with program offices to translate operational requirements into enforceable contract deliverables. His core contractor relationships are centered on specialized shipyards with proven expertise in naval and coast guard vessel fabrication. He maintains long-term partnerships with Bollinger Shipyards Lockport, L.L.C., Davie Defense Inc., Rauma Marine Constructions Oy, and Rozema’s Boat Works, Inc., all of which have demonstrated technical proficiency in constructing aluminum and steel patrol craft, ice-capable cutters, and mission-specific maritime platforms. These relationships reflect a preference for established industrial partners with validated shipbuilding pedigrees and sustained quality control systems, often leveraging long-term base contracts and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) mechanisms to ensure operational continuity. CDR Obermeier’s contracting portfolio exhibits a 100% no set-aside preference, indicating a strategic focus on full and open competition to secure the highest technical capability and industrial capacity. While small business participation is not formally prioritized through socioeconomic set-asides, his team ensures compliance with all applicable subcontracting goals and encourages prime contractors to engage qualified small businesses in supply chain roles. His procurement activity is exclusively focused on NAICS 336611—Ship Building and Repairing—reflecting deep expertise in naval architecture, hull construction, propulsion system integration, and compliance with U.S. Navy and Coast Guard technical specifications. He procures custom-designed vessels and major refit packages, emphasizing durability, survivability, and interoperability with federal maritime surveillance and response systems.