Chase Lincoln

Chase Lincoln serves as a key procurement lead within the Security Technology division of the Transportation Security Administration, supporting the acquisition of advanced detection and imaging systems critical to aviation and transportation security. Responsible for managing complex technical contracts, he specializes in the procurement of next-generation threat detection technologies, including explosive trace detection, millimeter-wave imaging, and automated threat recognition systems. His work directly enables the modernization of screening infrastructure at high-traffic transportation hubs, ensuring alignment with DHS’s mission to deploy cutting-edge, interoperable security solutions that enhance public safety while maintaining operational efficiency. Lincoln maintains consistent partnerships with leading technology providers including Rohde & Schwarz USA, Inc., Agilent Technologies Inc., and DS Government Solutions Corp., all of which deliver high-precision instrumentation, signal analysis platforms, and systems engineering services tailored to aviation security needs. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, technical validation, and performance-based acquisition strategies, fostering relationships built on rigorous compliance with federal test and evaluation standards. He frequently engages contractors with deep expertise in electromagnetic sensing, RF systems, and AI-driven anomaly detection to support rapid prototyping and field deployment cycles. Lincoln’s procurement portfolio reflects a strict focus on open competition, with 100% of acquisitions conducted without set-aside designations, indicating a preference for technical merit and capability over socioeconomic categorization. While small business participation is not formally prioritized in his award patterns, his emphasis on performance, innovation, and proven technical solutions ensures that qualified firms of all sizes compete on an equal footing. His primary procurement focus is centered on NAICS 334511, encompassing the acquisition of search, detection, and navigation systems for aeronautical applications. He specializes in procuring advanced sensor arrays, imaging subsystems, and integrated security platforms designed for real-time threat identification, demonstrating deep familiarity with electromagnetic spectrum management, signal processing, and systems integration for high-threat environments.