Charles B, Shughrue

Charles B. Shughrue serves as a Purchasing Agent for the SFLC Procurement Branch 3 (00040) under the U.S. Coast Guard’s Department of Homeland Security, where he plays a critical role in executing acquisitions that sustain and modernize the Coast Guard’s maritime fleet. His responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle procurement of shipbuilding, repair, maintenance, and specialized marine equipment to ensure operational readiness and vessel endurance. He handles complex contracts for naval systems, propulsion components, and mission-critical infrastructure, often coordinating with technical engineers and logistics teams to align procurement with mission requirements and lifecycle planning. Shughrue maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including Philadelphia Electrical Equipment Co., JDCI Enterprises, Inc., ALS Services USA, Corp., Cabras Marine Corporation, and Bay Marine Boatworks, Inc. These partnerships reflect a focus on specialized marine repair, electrical systems integration, and vessel maintenance services. His procurement approach emphasizes vendor reliability, technical capability, and performance history, fostering long-term collaborations with firms possessing deep expertise in Coast Guard-specific operational environments. His contracting patterns show a strong preference for small business participation, with nearly half of all awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for qualified small firms. While Women-Owned Small Business set-asides are minimal, the overall socioeconomic strategy prioritizes broad-based small business engagement over niche designations, aligning with agency goals to build a resilient supplier base. Shughrue’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 333618 (Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing), 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery Repair), and 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), reflecting deep technical expertise in marine propulsion, auxiliary systems, and vessel overhaul services. He routinely procures specialized components for cutters and patrol vessels, including navigation instrumentation, electrical control systems, and corrosion-resistant marine hardware, ensuring alignment with Coast Guard’s fleet modernization and sustainment priorities.