Jackson McClam

Jackson McClam serves as a key procurement lead within the U.S. Coast Guard’s Headquarters Contract Operations (CG-912), overseeing strategic acquisitions critical to national maritime security and operational readiness. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on shipbuilding, vessel modernization, maritime surveillance systems, and specialized technical services that support coastal patrol, search and detection, and force sustainment missions. His work directly enables the Coast Guard’s modernization priorities by facilitating the acquisition of complex maritime platforms and mission-critical equipment through full and open competition and targeted set-asides. McClam maintains strong, long-term relationships with primary shipyard and defense contractors including Bollinger Shipyards, Davie Defense, Rauma Marine Constructions, and Rozema’s Boat Works, reflecting a preference for established industrial partners with proven expertise in naval architecture and vessel fabrication. These partnerships are typically structured under cost-reimbursement and fixed-price incentive contracts for new construction, refit, and lifecycle sustainment programs. He collaborates closely with these vendors to ensure compliance with maritime safety standards and defense acquisition regulations. His contracting approach prioritizes full and open competition, with 75% of awards issued without set-aside designations. However, he consistently integrates socioeconomic programs, awarding 12.5% of contracts to service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses and 6.3% each to 8(a) competed and total small business set-asides, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both capability and small business inclusion. McClam’s procurement focus centers on NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) and 336612 (Boat Building), with significant activity in 332994 (Ordnance Manufacturing) and 541611 (Management Consulting). He specializes in acquiring integrated maritime systems, including vessel hulls, propulsion upgrades, sensor suites, and mission support services, reflecting deep technical expertise in naval platform acquisition and defense logistics.