Wilbert Mann

Wilbert Floyd R. Mann serves as a Contract Specialist within the U.S. Coast Guard’s Headquarters Contract Operations (CG-912), where he plays a pivotal role in executing strategic acquisitions that support national maritime security and operational readiness. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts for aerospace, maritime, and technical services, with a focus on modernizing vessel fleets, enhancing maritime domain awareness systems, and sustaining critical search and detection capabilities. His work directly enables the Coast Guard’s mission to safeguard coastal and riverine environments through timely, compliant, and mission-driven procurement actions. Mann maintains consistent working relationships with key shipbuilding and technical service providers, including Bollinger Shipyards Lockport, L.L.C., Davie Defense Inc., Rauma Marine Constructions Oy, and Rozema’s Boat Works, Inc. These partnerships reflect a reliance on specialized maritime constructors and engineering firms capable of delivering complex vessel modernization, maintenance, and integrated system solutions. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, performance-based outcomes, and adherence to defense acquisition regulations, ensuring alignment with Coast Guard operational timelines and technical requirements. Mann’s procurement portfolio reflects a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of his awards issued under no set-aside classifications. This indicates a focus on selecting the most capable and qualified vendors regardless of socioeconomic status, prioritizing mission effectiveness over mandatory small business set-asides. While small business participation is not formally targeted in his award patterns, his contracting decisions remain compliant with all federal acquisition regulations and emphasize value, capability, and delivery reliability. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 541611 (management consulting), 333618 (other engine equipment manufacturing), 488190 (air transportation support), and 611512 (flight training). This reflects deep expertise in procuring technical advisory services, propulsion and marine engine systems, aviation support infrastructure, and pilot proficiency programs—domains critical to sustaining Coast Guard aviation and maritime operational capabilities.