Matthew E. Markovich

Matthew E. Markovich serves as a Contracting Specialist for the U.S. Coast Guard’s CEU JUNEAU (70Z087) unit, responsible for managing the acquisition of critical infrastructure support services in remote and austere environments, particularly across Alaska and other underserved coastal regions. His role centers on ensuring operational readiness through the procurement of construction, maintenance, and engineering services essential to sustaining military and support facilities under challenging environmental conditions. Markovich handles a diverse portfolio of contracts under FAR Part 15, primarily utilizing negotiated procurements to meet urgent mission needs while adhering to strict environmental and resilience standards. Markovich collaborates with a network of specialized contractors experienced in heavy civil construction, mechanical systems, and facility remediation, including firms with proven expertise in Arctic and coastal operations. His working relationships emphasize technical competency, past performance in extreme environments, and compliance with federal environmental regulations. He consistently engages with vendors capable of delivering turnkey solutions for plumbing, HVAC, electrical systems, and industrial machinery maintenance, prioritizing vendors with demonstrated reliability in remote logistics and cold-weather operations. Markovich demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 40% of his acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. While no set-asides are currently designated for 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, his procurement strategy actively encourages small business inclusion through competitive solicitation design and early vendor outreach. His approach aligns with the Coast Guard’s broader socioeconomic goals to foster local economic resilience in underserved regions. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 811310 (industrial machinery repair), 238220 (plumbing, heating, and HVAC contracting), and 238210 (electrical installation), with significant activity in 541330 (engineering services) and 237990 (heavy civil engineering). Markovich’s technical expertise spans facility modernization, environmental remediation, and infrastructure resilience, making him a key liaison between operational requirements and contractor execution in high-stakes, low-access environments.