Eric C. McDoniel

Eric McDoniel serves as a Contracting Officer within the Headquarters Contract Operations (CG-912) unit of the U.S. Coast Guard, part of the Department of Homeland Security. He plays a pivotal role in executing strategic acquisitions that support national maritime security, operational readiness, and fleet modernization. His portfolio primarily encompasses complex procurement actions for shipbuilding, maritime systems integration, and specialized technical services critical to coastal and riverine patrol capabilities. McDoniel manages full lifecycle contracting for high-priority programs involving new vessel construction, sensor system upgrades, and sustainment services, ensuring alignment with Coast Guard mission priorities and federal acquisition regulations. McDoniel maintains enduring relationships with key shipyard and defense contractors, including Bollinger Shipyards Lockport, L.L.C., Davie Defense Inc., Rauma Marine Constructions Oy, and Rozema’s Boat Works, Inc. These partnerships reflect a focus on domestic and international shipbuilders with proven expertise in constructing and modernizing patrol vessels and specialized maritime platforms. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, technical validation, and performance-based contract management to ensure delivery of mission-critical assets that meet rigorous Coast Guard operational standards. His procurement patterns show a strong preference for unrestricted competition, with 88.9% of awards issued without set-asides, reflecting the scale and technical complexity of the acquisitions he manages. However, he consistently supports small business participation, with 11.1% of awards directed toward Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both mission efficiency and socioeconomic goals. McDoniel’s primary industry focus centers on NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), with significant activity in 334511 for search, detection, and navigation systems, as well as 561990 and 541511 for technical support and custom software services. His expertise spans the integration of advanced maritime sensors, command and control systems, and vessel modernization programs, positioning him as a key steward of Coast Guard technological advancement in the maritime domain.