Dawson F. Allen

Dawson F. Allen serves as a Storekeeper at Base Cape COD (00052), a U.S. Coast Guard facility under the Department of Homeland Security, where he plays a critical role in managing inventory, logistics, and facility support acquisitions. His responsibilities include requisitioning, tracking, and distributing essential supplies and equipment necessary for maintaining operational readiness across infrastructure systems, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing assets. Allen supports the agency’s mission of sustaining resilient, compliant facilities by facilitating timely procurement of maintenance and service-related goods, ensuring alignment with federal supply chain protocols and regulatory standards. He typically handles low-to-mid-tier acquisitions of consumables, safety equipment, and facility maintenance supplies, acting as a key liaison between operational units and contracting personnel. Allen maintains a consistent working relationship with GALLO CONSTRUCTION CO INC, a primary vendor for facility support services and maintenance-related procurements. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for established contractors with proven track records in facility upkeep, often engaging vendors capable of delivering rapid response and compliance with environmental and safety regulations. These partnerships are characterized by repeat engagements and a focus on reliability over competitive bidding, particularly for time-sensitive or mission-critical supply needs. A strong advocate for small business participation, Allen consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with approximately 85.7% of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to foster local economic development and enhance vendor diversity within the Coast Guard’s supply chain, aligning with DHS socioeconomic goals. His procurement focus centers on NAICS 561720 (Janitorial Services), which accounts for half of his activity, followed by NAICS 561621 (Security Systems Services) and NAICS 713940 (Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers). This indicates expertise in procuring custodial, security, and recreational facility support services—domains essential to maintaining safe, functional, and habitable environments at Coast Guard installations.