Lionel J Lewis

Chief Petty Officer Lionel J. Lewis serves as a key procurement lead at U.S. Coast Guard Base New Orleans (70Z029), where he oversees the acquisition of critical infrastructure support services essential to maintaining operational readiness. His role centers on managing facility-related contracts that ensure the integrity of shore-based assets, including building systems, utilities, and physical infrastructure vital to maritime safety and environmental stewardship. Lewis handles a diverse portfolio of service-based acquisitions, primarily focused on maintenance, security, and construction-related support, aligning with the Base’s strategic priorities of resilience and federal compliance. He operates within the Defense Acquisition System, ensuring all procurements adhere to FAR and Coast Guard-specific procurement policies. Lewis works with a broad spectrum of vendors, including electrical and flooring contractors, moving and logistics providers, and security services firms. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, his contracting patterns reflect a preference for established service providers with proven experience in federal facility operations. He maintains collaborative, compliance-driven relationships with vendors who demonstrate technical proficiency, past performance, and adherence to federal safety and environmental standards, fostering reliable, long-term vendor partnerships. His set-aside preferences show a strong inclination toward open competition, with 76.5% of awards issued without set-aside designation. However, he consistently supports small business participation, with 17.6% of awards going to 8(a) certified firms and 5.9% to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a balanced approach—prioritizing competition while intentionally creating pathways for socioeconomically disadvantaged businesses to contribute to mission-critical infrastructure projects. Lewis’s procurement focus is concentrated in NAICS 561612 (Security Guards and Patrol Services), 484210 (Household Goods Moving), and 238210 (Electrical Contracting), indicating deep expertise in facility operations support. He routinely procures services related to physical security, transient housing logistics, and building systems maintenance, demonstrating specialized knowledge in the intersection of maritime infrastructure and federal facility management.