Dwayne Hunter

Dwayne Hunter serves as a Contracting Officer (CTR) at the Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) under the U.S. Coast Guard, where he plays a pivotal role in securing mission-critical aviation sustainment capabilities. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of acquisitions for rotary- and fixed-wing aircraft systems, Hunter oversees contracts supporting avionics modernization, parts procurement, and maintenance logistics for legacy platforms such as the MH-65E Dauphin and HC-144 Ocean Sentry. His portfolio is centered on ensuring operational readiness through timely delivery of technical support services and spare components, aligning procurement actions with the ALC’s strategic goal of extending fleet service life and enhancing mission reliability. Hunter maintains enduring relationships with key industry partners including ROCKWELL COLLINS, INC., AIRBUS US SPACE & DEFENSE INC, AVIATRIX INC, and GOLDBELT INTEGRATED LOGISTICS SERVICES, LLC. These partnerships reflect a focus on integrated logistics, systems integration, and specialized aviation maintenance services. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, performance-based contracting, and technical alignment with Coast Guard aviation standards, ensuring seamless integration of complex avionics and support infrastructure. Hunter’s acquisition strategy reflects a uniform preference for full and open competition, with 100% of awards issued under no set-aside classifications. This indicates a deliberate focus on technical capability and mission urgency over socioeconomic set-asides, prioritizing the most qualified providers regardless of business size or certification status. His primary procurement focus lies within NAICS 336612 (Boat Building), which, in this context, encompasses specialized maritime aviation systems integration and support for Coast Guard aircraft operating in marine environments. This includes procurement of airframe components, flight control systems, mission-specific sensors, and sustainment services tailored to the unique demands of coastal and offshore operations, demonstrating deep expertise in naval aviation logistics and systems engineering.