Kenneth C.Tankersley

Kenneth Tankersley serves as a key procurement lead within the U.S. Coast Guard’s SFLC Procurement Branch 3 (00040), overseeing the acquisition of critical maritime fleet sustainment and modernization services. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts centered on shipbuilding, vessel repair, and operational infrastructure support, ensuring the Coast Guard’s cutters and watercraft remain mission-ready throughout their lifecycle. His work directly supports the agency’s strategic priorities in fleet endurance, safety, and long-term operational capability, with a focus on complex, technical procurements requiring deep naval engineering and maritime systems expertise. Tankersley maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of specialized contractors, including Philadelphia Electrical Equipment Co., JDCI Enterprises, Inc., ALS Services USA, Corp., Cabras Marine Corporation, and Bay Marine Boatworks, Inc. These partnerships reflect a reliance on vendors with proven capabilities in marine electrical systems, vessel maintenance, fabrication, and shipyard services. His contracting patterns favor established, technically proficient firms with demonstrated experience in Coast Guard-specific vessel platforms and regulatory compliance, indicating a preference for trusted, performance-based vendor relationships grounded in operational familiarity. His procurement strategy prioritizes small business participation, with nearly 47% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, while just over half remain open to all competitors. Though 8(a), SDVOSB, and local area set-asides each account for less than 1%, his consistent use of small business mechanisms signals a deliberate commitment to fostering industry diversity and enabling niche maritime suppliers to compete for federal opportunities. Tankersley’s acquisitions are heavily concentrated in NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) and 336612 (Boat Building), reflecting deep expertise in naval architecture and marine fabrication. He also procures specialized miscellaneous manufacturing services and engineering support under NAICS 541330, underscoring his focus on integrated technical solutions for vessel modernization, repair, and system integration within the Coast Guard’s unique operational environment.