Jim E Dinda

Jim E. Dinda serves as a key procurement professional within the U.S. Coast Guard, operating under the Department of Homeland Security, where he supports the modernization and sustainment of critical maritime infrastructure. His responsibilities center on managing acquisitions for facility construction, utility upgrades, and engineered systems essential to operational readiness at coastal and inland installations. He routinely handles complex construction and maintenance contracts requiring technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-critical resilience standards. His work directly enables the Coast Guard’s mission to safeguard maritime safety, security, and environmental integrity through reliable physical infrastructure. Dinda collaborates with a diverse base of contractors specializing in industrial, commercial, and institutional building services, with frequent engagement from plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, electrical, and roofing firms. While specific vendor names are not publicly disclosed, his contracting patterns reflect consistent partnerships with firms possessing proven experience in federal facility upgrades and infrastructure rehabilitation. He prioritizes vendors with demonstrated capability in navigating stringent federal construction standards, including those certified under OSHA and EPA regulations, and fosters long-term relationships with contractors who deliver quality, timely, and compliant work. His procurement strategy reflects a strong emphasis on small business participation, with 25% of his awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, aligning with agency goals to expand economic opportunity. He does not routinely utilize specialized set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, but consistently prioritizes qualified small businesses in general construction categories, reinforcing equitable access to federal contracting opportunities. Dinda’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 238220 (plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning), 236210 (industrial building construction), and 238210 (electrical contractors), reflecting deep expertise in utility systems, structural upgrades, and facility modernization. He procures integrated mechanical, electrical, and roofing services for waterfront and inland installations, demonstrating specialized knowledge in federal construction standards, life-cycle maintenance, and resilience-driven infrastructure planning.