Robert M. Benion

Robert M. Benion serves as a key procurement lead within the U.S. Coast Guard’s SFLC Procurement Branch 2 (70Z085), overseeing the acquisition of critical maritime vessel systems and engineering services essential to fleet sustainment and modernization. Responsible for managing complex contract vehicles related to shipbuilding, repair, and lifecycle maintenance, Benion ensures alignment with the Coast Guard’s operational readiness goals across coastal and open-ocean missions. His portfolio encompasses full-spectrum naval infrastructure acquisitions, including structural upgrades, propulsion system integration, and marine engineering support, all governed by strict defense acquisition regulations and lifecycle management frameworks. Benion maintains consistent working relationships with leading maritime industrial contractors, including ROLLS-ROYCE SOLUTIONS AMERICA INC, VIGOR MARINE LLC, JAG INDUSTRIAL SERVICES, INC, G I INDUSTRIAL-MARINE, LLC, and L1 ENTERPRISES INCORPORATED. These partnerships reflect a preference for established Tier 1 vendors with proven expertise in naval vessel construction, dry-dock repairs, and marine systems integration. His contracting approach emphasizes technical compliance, performance-based outcomes, and long-term vendor reliability over transactional procurement, fostering collaborative relationships grounded in quality assurance and mission-critical delivery timelines. Benion’s procurement patterns show a 100% preference for unrestricted, full-and-open competition, with no set-asides designated for 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or other socioeconomic categories. This reflects a strategic focus on accessing the broadest possible pool of qualified industrial capacity to meet the Coast Guard’s high-standard, non-negotiable operational requirements, prioritizing technical capability and proven track record over socioeconomic preferences. His primary acquisition focus lies in NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) and NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services), indicating deep expertise in naval architecture, marine systems engineering, and shipyard infrastructure support. Benion routinely procures specialized services such as hull modifications, electrical system overhauls, propulsion retrofits, and compliance-driven naval engineering analyses, demonstrating a technical command of maritime defense procurement standards and regulatory compliance frameworks.