Stanay L. Gibbs

Stanay L. Gibbs serves as an ESD Contract Specialist Intern at the Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) of the U.S. Coast Guard, supporting the procurement of mission-critical aviation systems essential to maintaining the operational readiness of rotary- and fixed-wing aircraft. In this role, Gibbs assists in the full lifecycle management of contracts for avionics, aircraft components, and sustainment services, ensuring compliance with FAR and DFARS regulations. They contribute to the acquisition of spare parts, maintenance support packages, and modernization upgrades for legacy platforms such as the MH-65E Dauphin and HC-144 Ocean Sentry, aligning procurement actions with the ALC’s strategic goal of extending fleet service life through reliable, timely supply chain solutions. Gibbs collaborates closely with key contractors including ROCKWELL COLLINS, INC., AIRBUS US SPACE & DEFENSE INC, and AVIATRIX INC, engaging with prime vendors that provide advanced avionics, aircraft subsystems, and logistics integration services. These partnerships involve complex technical acquisitions requiring rigorous performance-based specifications and lifecycle support agreements. Working alongside senior contracting professionals, Gibbs supports contract administration, source selection documentation, and vendor performance evaluations, fostering relationships with industry partners capable of delivering high-reliability aerospace components under stringent military standards. While the majority of acquisitions are conducted under open competition, Gibbs supports a consistent 22.2% allocation to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for qualified small businesses in the aerospace and defense supply chain. Though no specific socioeconomic categories dominate, the focus on small business participation underscores a commitment to fostering a diverse and resilient vendor base capable of meeting the ALC’s specialized technical requirements. Gibbs’ procurement focus centers on NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), with secondary emphasis on 334310 (Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing) and 332420 (Metal Tank Manufacturing). This reflects expertise in acquiring flight-critical avionics, communication systems, and specialized fuel and hydraulic components, demonstrating a technical understanding of aerospace engineering standards and sustainment logistics for Coast Guard aviation assets.