Andrew Najar

Andrew D. Najar serves as a key procurement professional within the U.S. Coast Guard’s Base New Orleans (70Z029), supporting the agency’s mission to maintain and modernize critical shore-based infrastructure essential to maritime safety and environmental stewardship. He manages a diverse portfolio of facility-related acquisitions, including construction, utilities, and building systems modernization, ensuring compliance with federal standards for resilience and sustainability. His work directly enables operational readiness by securing the physical assets that underpin Coast Guard missions along the Gulf Coast. Najar cultivates strategic partnerships with a broad range of contractors specializing in facility infrastructure, particularly those with expertise in plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, electrical systems, and concrete construction. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, his procurement patterns reflect consistent engagement with skilled trade contractors and general builders capable of delivering complex, code-compliant projects under tight operational constraints. His working relationships emphasize performance-based outcomes, quality assurance, and timely delivery in high-hazard coastal environments. A strong advocate for small business participation, Najar prioritizes socioeconomic set-asides, with over 61% of his acquisitions designated for total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. He routinely structures solicitations to maximize opportunities for 8(a) firms and other disadvantaged businesses, reflecting a deliberate commitment to expanding vendor diversity and fostering local economic resilience. His contracting approach aligns with federal mandates to promote equitable access while maintaining mission-critical standards. His primary technical focus lies in NAICS categories related to facility maintenance and infrastructure, particularly plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning (238220), water and sewer construction (237110), and electrical systems (238210). He also oversees acquisitions for recreational and support facilities (713940), indicating a holistic approach to base operations. Najar’s expertise centers on mission-critical civil works procurement, ensuring Coast Guard facilities remain safe, functional, and resilient against coastal environmental threats.