Dane W. Hobbs

Dane W. Hobbs serves as the primary contracting lead for the Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) within the U.S. Coast Guard, where he oversees the acquisition of mission-critical aviation sustainment services and components to maintain operational readiness of the Coast Guard’s rotary- and fixed-wing fleet. His role is central to ensuring the continued airworthiness of legacy platforms such as the MH-65E Dauphin and HC-144 Ocean Sentry through timely procurement of spare parts, avionics upgrades, and maintenance support systems. Hobbs manages a diverse portfolio of contract actions spanning direct procurement, service contracts, and logistics support, with a strong emphasis on technical compliance and lifecycle sustainment requirements. He maintains established relationships with key industry partners including ROCKWELL COLLINS, INC., AIRBUS US SPACE & DEFENSE INC, and AVIATRIX INC, leveraging long-term vendor partnerships to secure specialized aviation components and integrated logistics solutions. His contracting approach prioritizes reliability and technical alignment, often engaging suppliers with proven expertise in aircraft subsystems, avionics integration, and maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. These collaborations are characterized by sustained engagement and performance-based contract structures designed to ensure mission continuity. Hobbs’ procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 91.9% of awards issued without set-aside designations. While small business participation is limited to 8.1%, it is strategically directed toward Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, indicating a focus on capacity-building rather than socioeconomic preferences like 8(a) or HUBZone. His approach balances operational urgency with regulatory compliance, prioritizing performance and technical capability over socioeconomic categorization. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in sourcing airframe components, support equipment, and auxiliary systems. He also regularly procures services under NAICS 488190 (Other Support Activities for Air Transportation), demonstrating specialized knowledge in aviation logistics, supply chain management, and technical maintenance support for Coast Guard aircraft systems.