DC2Russell Poole

DC2Russell Poole serves as the Onsite Contact for U.S. Coast Guard Base Cleveland (70Z030), playing a critical role in the execution and oversight of facility sustainment and infrastructure modernization acquisitions. Responsible for bridging operational needs with contracting activities, Poole ensures that procurement actions align with mission-critical requirements for building envelope integrity, mechanical and electrical system upgrades, and environmental compliance across Great Lakes installations. He works closely with project engineers, facility managers, and contract specialists to define technical specifications, validate contractor performance, and enforce contract deliverables, primarily supporting construction-related services under the broader scope of facility maintenance and capital improvement programs. While no specific contractor relationships are currently documented, Poole’s role consistently engages with qualified small business vendors specializing in building systems and equipment installation. His working relationship pattern emphasizes hands-on collaboration with contractors during pre-award site assessments, progress inspections, and post-installation validation, ensuring technical compliance and operational readiness. He functions as a key liaison between field personnel and contracting offices, facilitating timely resolution of scope changes and performance issues to maintain mission continuity. Poole operates under a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside policy, reflecting a firm commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals. All acquisitions are structured to prioritize participation from small businesses, including 8(a), HUBZone, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), reinforcing the agency’s mandate to foster equitable economic opportunity while maintaining high standards of facility performance. His procurement focus is exclusively aligned with NAICS 238290 — Other Building Equipment Contractors — encompassing specialized services such as HVAC system retrofits, electrical distribution upgrades, plumbing system modernizations, and integrated building automation installations. Poole’s technical expertise lies in the procurement of non-residential facility systems requiring precision installation, code compliance, and long-term reliability in harsh maritime environments.