Clarence Henshaw

Clarence Henshaw 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 building systems, utility upgrades, and physical infrastructure improvements aligned with federal resilience standards. His work ensures operational readiness through timely contract execution for maintenance, repair, and capital improvement projects, often coordinating with engineering, facilities management, and environmental compliance teams to align procurement with strategic asset lifecycle goals. While specific contractor names are not currently available, Henshaw’s procurement patterns reflect a strong emphasis on partnerships with skilled trade contractors and service providers experienced in federal facility operations. He routinely engages plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning specialists, as well as firms capable of delivering facility support services under strict compliance frameworks. His working relationships are characterized by consistent engagement with vendors possessing proven experience in government construction and facility management, fostering long-term performance and accountability. Henshaw demonstrates a pronounced commitment to small business participation, with over 65% of his acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize opportunities for small disadvantaged businesses, HUBZone firms, and other socioeconomic categories, aligning with Coast Guard mandates to promote equitable access to federal contracting. His approach prioritizes inclusive sourcing while maintaining rigorous performance standards. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS codes related to facility operations and community support services, including 238220 for HVAC and plumbing contractors, 562111 for solid waste collection, and specialized services in training and recreational facilities. This underscores his technical expertise in sustaining Coast Guard infrastructure through integrated facility services, with an emphasis on resilience, compliance, and mission continuity in a coastal environment.