Shawn E. Hendrickson

Shawn E. Hendrickson serves as a Contracting Officer at the U.S. Coast Guard’s Tracen YORKTOWN (70Z041), where he manages mission-critical acquisitions to sustain operational readiness in maritime law enforcement, search and rescue, and infrastructure support. His portfolio encompasses the procurement of equipment, facilities, and services essential to maritime surveillance, navigation systems, vessel safety systems, and personnel lodging and training infrastructure. Hendrickson ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning contract actions with the Coast Guard’s strategic priorities to modernize maritime capabilities and maintain force readiness. Hendrickson cultivates collaborative relationships with a diverse range of vendors, including professional equipment wholesalers, tour operators, and hospitality service providers, reflecting the unique logistical and support needs of Coast Guard operations. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, his contracting patterns indicate consistent engagement with firms capable of delivering specialized goods and services in niche sectors such as charter transportation, lodging, and commercial-grade technical equipment. He prioritizes transparency, competition, and performance-based outcomes in vendor partnerships. A strong advocate for small business participation, Hendrickson consistently structures procurements to maximize socioeconomic opportunities, with 57.1% of his actions designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. His approach reflects a deliberate commitment to fostering small business growth, particularly among firms certified under standard small business programs, and aligns with DHS and Coast Guard mandates to increase equitable access to federal contracting opportunities. His primary NAICS focus areas include 423430 (computer and software wholesale), 423490 (other professional equipment supplies), 485510 (charter bus industry), 561520 (tour operators), and 721110 (hotels and motels), underscoring his expertise in procuring both technical and logistical support services. This blend of commercial and operational procurement requires deep familiarity with service-based contracting, facility sustainment, and the integration of commercial-off-the-shelf solutions into federal maritime missions.