Chad M. Hankins

Chad M. Hankins serves as a Contract Specialist within U.S. Transportation Command (USTransCom), where he plays a critical role in executing the agency’s global mobility mission through the acquisition of expeditionary logistics and marine cargo handling services. He manages the full lifecycle of contract actions—from solicitation and evaluation to award and administration—ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while supporting rapid deployment and sustainment of military forces across air, sea, land, and rail domains. His acquisitions primarily focus on mission-critical port and terminal operations, enabling theater access and force projection worldwide. Hankins maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of specialized contractors, including UNCOMN LLC, PHOENIX AIR GROUP, INC., RAMPART AVIATION, LLC, FANCIULLI EGISTO S.R.L., and MOUNTAIN AVIATION, LLC. These partnerships are centered on marine cargo handling, expeditionary logistics support, and specialized transportation infrastructure services. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and operational readiness, fostering long-term vendor collaboration with firms possessing proven expertise in global port operations and military logistics environments. Hankins’ contracting portfolio reflects a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of his awards issued under no set-aside designation. This indicates a strategic focus on selecting the most capable and qualified vendors regardless of socioeconomic status, prioritizing mission effectiveness over socioeconomic preferences. While small business participation is not formally targeted in his awards, his processes remain fully compliant with all applicable federal small business statutes. His primary industry focus is NAICS 488320 (Marine Cargo Handling), where he procures specialized services including stevedoring, container terminal operations, cargo loading/unloading, and port facility support. His technical expertise lies in the complex logistics of military port throughput, intermodal transfer systems, and expeditionary cargo movement under austere conditions, ensuring seamless integration with global transportation networks.