James Crone

James Crone serves as a key procurement lead at U.S. Coast Guard Base Miami (70Z028), responsible for managing acquisitions that sustain critical maritime infrastructure and ensure operational readiness. He oversees contract actions aligned with the agency’s mission to maintain aging facilities, support vessel maintenance, and modernize base operations essential to national security, search and rescue, and port safety. His portfolio primarily includes facility maintenance, security systems integration, and structural repair services, with a focus on delivering mission-critical infrastructure capabilities through compliant, timely contracting processes. Crone works closely with technical stakeholders to translate operational needs into precise solicitation requirements and ensures alignment with federal acquisition regulations. Crone maintains consistent partnerships with a select group of specialized contractors, including MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, PHOENIX MARINE LLC, and ATZ SOLUTION LLC, who deliver expertise in marine facility upgrades, security system installation, and technical support services. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor reliability and technical proficiency, often awarding contracts to firms with demonstrated experience in Coast Guard-specific environments. Commercial Blue Inc. and Vanderbilt University Medical Center are also engaged for niche services, reflecting a targeted strategy to source specialized capabilities not broadly available in the commercial market. Crone demonstrates a full commitment to small business participation, directing 100% of his procurements toward Small Business Set-Aside contracts under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to foster local economic resilience and leverage the agility and innovation of small businesses in delivering essential infrastructure services. His contracting patterns consistently prioritize small business eligibility, ensuring equitable access to federal opportunities while meeting mission-critical performance standards. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 561621 for security systems services and NAICS 238190 for building exterior and structural contractors. These categories underscore his expertise in securing advanced access control, surveillance, and perimeter protection systems, alongside specialized construction services for docks, piers, and facility envelopes exposed to harsh maritime conditions. Crone’s technical domain centers on resilient infrastructure that withstands saltwater corrosion, extreme weather, and high-security operational demands.