Coast Guard Acquisition Reform Act of 2009

Sponsor: ELIJAH CUMMINGS (D-MD)

Coast Guard Acquisition Reform Act of 2009 - Title I: Restrictions on the Use of Lead Systems Integrators - (Sec. 101) Prohibits the Coast Guard's Commandant from using a private sector entity as a lead systems integrator for acquisition contracts, delivery orders, or task orders issued after the end of the 180 day period beginning on the date of enactment, except for: (1) the National Distress and Response System Modernization Program (also known as the "Rescue 21" program) and National Security Cutters 2 and 3; (2) completing a delivery order or task order, including the exercise of previously established options on a delivery order or task order that was issued to a lead systems integrator on or before the date that is 180 days after the date of enactment without any change in the quantity of capabilities or assets or the specific type of capabilities or assets covered by the order; and (3) subject to requirements, orders for certain aircraft. Requires the Commandant to notify the appropriate congressional committees (the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate) and provide a written, detailed rationale, if the Commandant determines that the Coast Guard will use a private sector lead systems integrator for an acquisition.

Transportation and Public Works Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.