Peter T. Coffey

Peter T. Coffey serves as a Contracting Officer at U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), where he plays a pivotal role in acquiring mission-critical technologies that enhance the tactical superiority of special operations forces. His portfolio centers on rapid prototyping, research and development, and field-deployable systems, ensuring SOF units remain equipped with cutting-edge capabilities in communications, electro-optics, sensor fusion, and advanced instrumentation. Coffey operates within a high-tempo acquisition environment that demands agile contracting methods, including Other Transaction Authorities and middle-tier acquisitions, to accelerate technology insertion and maintain operational edge across land, air, maritime, and cyber domains. Coffey cultivates partnerships with a diverse array of vendors, including defense prime contractors, innovative small businesses, and research institutions specializing in defense-grade engineering. He frequently engages with firms possessing SBIR/STTR credentials and those experienced in rapid development cycles for classified and unclassified systems. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical risk mitigation, and iterative feedback loops with end-user operators, fostering collaborative vendor relationships that prioritize mission readiness over traditional acquisition timelines. Coffey’s set-aside preferences reflect a strategic balance between mission urgency and socioeconomic objectives, with 80% of his acquisitions conducted as unrestricted competitions. He actively supports small business participation, consistently allocating 13.3% of opportunities as total small business set-asides and 6.7% to HUBZone firms, demonstrating a deliberate effort to integrate agile, niche innovators into the USSOCOM supply chain without compromising operational timelines or technical integrity. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541712, driving investments in physical and engineering R&D for next-generation tactical systems. He also regularly procures translation and interpretation services to support global operations and vocational rehabilitation services to assist transitioning special operators. His technical expertise spans electro-optical systems, sensor integration, secure communications, and specialized manufacturing, making him a key enabler of USSOCOM’s mission to deliver decisive technological advantage to America’s most elite forces.