Ian Weiss

Ian S. Weiss 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 advance national maritime security and operational readiness. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts for specialized maritime platforms, defense systems, and technical services, with a focus on shipbuilding, vessel modernization, and maritime domain awareness technologies. His work directly supports the Coast Guard’s mission to sustain and enhance its fleet of patrol vessels, search and rescue assets, and surveillance systems through timely, compliant, and mission-driven procurement actions. Weiss maintains consistent contracting 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., reflecting a preference for established vendors with proven expertise in naval architecture and Coast Guard-specific vessel requirements. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical proficiency, regulatory compliance, and delivery reliability, particularly for complex, high-stakes maritime systems requiring rigorous certification and testing. His contracting patterns reflect a strong commitment to small business participation, with 37.5% of awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for qualified small firms in the defense industrial base. While the majority of acquisitions are open competition, he actively integrates socioeconomic programs to foster diversity in the supplier base without compromising mission-critical performance standards. Weiss specializes in NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), with significant activity in security systems services (561621) and engine equipment manufacturing (333618). His portfolio centers on the procurement of patrol boats, integrated command and control systems, propulsion components, and related support services, showcasing deep technical familiarity with maritime platform integration, survivability requirements, and Coast Guard-specific operational standards.