David E. Tanner

David E. Tanner serves as a Contract Specialist at the U.S. Coast Guard’s Aviation Logistics Center (ALC), where he plays a pivotal role in securing mission-critical aviation sustainment solutions. He manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions for spare parts, avionics, and maintenance support systems essential to the operational readiness of Coast Guard rotary- and fixed-wing aircraft, including legacy platforms such as the MH-65E Dauphin and HC-144 Ocean Sentry. His portfolio emphasizes technical procurement under FAR Part 15, with a focus on performance-based contracts and long-term sustainment agreements that ensure fleet availability and modernization. Tanner maintains consistent working relationships with key industry partners including ROCKWELL COLLINS, INC., AIRBUS US SPACE & DEFENSE INC, and AVIATRIX INC, who provide advanced avionics, maintenance services, and integrated logistics support. He also collaborates with specialized providers like GOLDBELT INTEGRATED LOGISTICS SERVICES, LLC and Quality Biological, Inc., reflecting a blend of high-technology aerospace contractors and niche suppliers supporting unique operational needs. His contracting approach prioritizes reliability, technical compliance, and supply chain resilience, often engaging vendors through competitive sealed bidding and negotiated procurements. His procurement patterns show a strong preference for open competition, with 92.7% of awards issued without set-asides, indicating a focus on broad market access for mission-critical capabilities. When small business participation occurs, it is primarily through Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a measured but intentional commitment to small business engagement without compromising operational urgency. Tanner’s technical focus centers on NAICS 336413 for other aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment, reflecting deep expertise in procuring airframe components, support hardware, and avionics sustainment systems. He also routinely acquires services under NAICS 488190 for air transportation support and NAICS 334511 for navigation and guidance systems, underscoring his specialization in the complex ecosystem of military aviation logistics and maintenance.