Harrison J. Morten

Harrison J. Morten serves as a Contract Specialist within the U.S. Coast Guard’s Headquarters Contract Operations (CG-912), where he plays a pivotal role in executing strategic acquisitions that support national maritime security and operational readiness. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts for specialized maritime, aerospace, and technical services, with a focus on vessel modernization, search and detection systems, and mission-critical infrastructure. His work directly enables the Coast Guard’s force modernization priorities by ensuring timely, compliant, and efficient procurement of capabilities essential to coastal and riverine operations. Morten maintains consistent contracting relationships with key shipbuilding and maritime 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 medium- to large-scale vessel construction, repair, and system integration services. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, performance-based contracting, and technical alignment with Coast Guard operational requirements, fostering reliable delivery of high-integrity maritime assets. A strong advocate for small business participation, Morten consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Aside contracts under FAR 19.5, with approximately two-thirds of his awards directed toward small businesses. This reflects a deliberate socioeconomic strategy to broaden vendor diversity and enhance competition, while ensuring small firms contribute meaningfully to national defense capabilities. His contracting patterns demonstrate a sustained commitment to equitable access and small business development across the maritime acquisition landscape. Morten’s primary procurement focus centers on NAICS codes related to prefabricated metal building components, office and showcase manufacturing, and professional training services—domains that support facility infrastructure and workforce development for Coast Guard operations. While these categories may appear non-traditional for a maritime agency, they underpin critical logistical, administrative, and training environments necessary to sustain operational excellence. His expertise lies in aligning seemingly disparate procurement categories with mission-critical readiness objectives.