David A. Packard

David A. Packard serves as a Contract Specialist within the SFLC Procurement Branch 3 (00040) of the U.S. Coast Guard, where he plays a critical role in executing acquisitions that sustain and modernize the Coast Guard’s maritime fleet and operational infrastructure. His responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions—from requirements validation and market research to contract award and administration—for shipbuilding, vessel repair, and mission-critical equipment. Packard’s portfolio centers on complex technical acquisitions essential to vessel readiness, focusing on propulsion systems, electrical infrastructure, and marine mechanical components that support operational endurance across the Coast Guard’s cutter fleet. Packard maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of specialized vendors, including Philadelphia Electrical Equipment Co., JDCI Enterprises, Inc., ALS Services USA, Corp., Cabras Marine Corporation, and Bay Marine Boatworks, Inc. These partnerships reflect a preference for experienced marine and industrial contractors capable of delivering high-integrity, Coast Guard-compliant systems and services. His contracting patterns indicate a reliance on vendors with proven expertise in naval-grade fabrication, electrical switchgear, and marine repair, often engaging firms with deep domain knowledge in maritime environments. While the majority of his acquisitions are conducted under open competition (65.2%), Packard demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly one-third of awards set aside for total small businesses under FAR 19.5 and a notable focus on Women-Owned Small Businesses. His socioeconomic contracting approach aligns with agency goals to broaden vendor diversity while maintaining technical rigor. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 333618 (Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing) and 335313 (Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing), reflecting deep technical expertise in marine propulsion, electrical distribution systems, and precision machining. He routinely procures custom-engineered components for vessel modernization, demonstrating specialized knowledge in nonferrous metal fabrication and ship repair operations critical to Coast Guard mission readiness.