International Acquisition Programs
Mission
The mission of the Office of International Acquisition is to achieve the Commandant's international policy objectives, satisfy Combatant Commanders' capability requirements, and reduce risk to the United States Coast Guard acquisition programs through international sales/transfers of articles and services.
Responsibilities
On Oct. 3, 2005, the U.S. Coast Guard established the Office of International Acquisition Programs for mangement, execution, and support of Foreign Military Sales (FMS), Excess Defense Article (EDA) programs and any associated cooperative/collaborative agreements including:
- International business development
- Interagency and United States Government-industry coordination
- Technology security and disclosure analysis
- Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) preparation and implementation
- FMS/EDA project delivery execution and financial management
- FMS logistics support management
The staff of International Acquisition Programs is engaged in educating prospective foreign partners and the security assistance community how they might benefit from the various Coast Guard programs.
International Affairs Coordination
The Office of International Acquisition coordinates regularly with USCG International Affairs, which advises, informs, and assists the Commandant on strategies, foreign policy matters, and the general impact of Coast Guard programs and operations on international affairs. International Affairs also coordinating other aspects of Coast Guard international engagement, including participating in international organizations, training foreign personnel, arranging visits by foreign officials, providing technical assistance to foreign governments, and monitoring travel of Coast Guard personnel abroad.
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