Mike Henderson

Mike Henderson serves as a key procurement lead within the 9th Coast Guard District Office, responsible for managing acquisitions that sustain mission-critical maritime infrastructure and operational equipment. He oversees the acquisition of specialized audio and video systems essential for patrol vessel communications, surveillance, and command-and-control operations, ensuring alignment with Coast Guard standards for reliability and environmental resilience. His role is central to maintaining the agency’s operational readiness by securing technically robust, field-deployable equipment that supports safety, security, and environmental response missions across inland and coastal waterways. While specific contractor relationships are not publicly enumerated, Henderson engages with a broad base of manufacturers and integrators specializing in marine-grade audiovisual and communications hardware. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based specifications and compliance with military and Coast Guard technical standards, fostering partnerships with vendors capable of delivering ruggedized, waterproof, and shock-resistant systems suitable for high-motion, saltwater environments. He prioritizes vendors with proven experience in defense and maritime applications, ensuring seamless integration with existing Coast Guard platforms. Henderson’s contracting activity reflects a strict preference for open competition, with 100% of awards issued without set-aside designations. This indicates a focus on technical capability and performance over socioeconomic categorization, though it does not preclude participation from small businesses that meet stringent technical requirements. His approach prioritizes mission effectiveness and system interoperability, aligning with the Coast Guard’s operational imperatives. His primary procurement focus is NAICS 334310—Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing—reflecting deep specialization in procuring maritime communication systems, radar displays, digital recording units, and integrated sensor interfaces. He possesses technical expertise in evaluating specifications for signal integrity, electromagnetic compatibility, and environmental durability, ensuring all acquired systems meet the rigorous demands of Coast Guard operational environments.