Dale A. Coon

Dale A. Coon serves as a Contract Specialist within the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), where he plays a critical role in executing the lifecycle acquisition of advanced naval aviation systems. Responsible for managing complex contract actions from solicitation through award and administration, Coon supports NAVAIR’s mission to sustain air superiority by procuring cutting-edge aircraft, avionics, weapons systems, and mission-critical logistics support. His portfolio centers on high-technology aerospace acquisitions, including integrated sensor suites, unmanned aerial systems, and next-generation avionics, ensuring alignment with Navy and Marine Corps operational requirements and defense modernization priorities. Coon maintains consistent procurement relationships with industry leaders such as Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, and General Atomics, partnering with prime contractors who deliver integrated aerospace solutions and sustainment services. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical compliance, and risk mitigation in mission-critical environments. He frequently collaborates with vendors possessing deep domain expertise in naval aviation platforms, ensuring seamless integration of hardware, software, and support infrastructure across carrier-based and expeditionary operations. Coon’s contracting activity reflects a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of his awards issued without set-aside designations. This indicates a focus on technical capability and mission readiness over socioeconomic categorization, aligning with NAVAIR’s need for specialized, high-performance systems that require proven, large-scale industrial capacity. While small business participation is not prioritized through set-asides, his awards may still include subcontracting obligations to ensure broader industry engagement. His primary procurement focus lies within NAICS 334511 (aeronautical and navigation systems manufacturing) and 336413 (aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment), with additional activity in 541519 (other computer-related services). This reflects his technical expertise in procuring integrated avionics, flight control systems, mission computing platforms, and supporting software development services essential to modern naval air operations.