MK1 ANDRE TRINIDAD

Mk1 Andre Trinidad serves as a key procurement professional within the U.S. Coast Guard Base Miami (70Z028), supporting the agency’s mission to maintain operational readiness through facility sustainment and infrastructure modernization. Responsible for managing acquisition strategies for critical maintenance and construction services, Trinidad ensures that contracts align with federal procurement regulations and the Base’s strategic priorities in maritime infrastructure resilience. His portfolio primarily encompasses facility systems upgrades, mechanical repairs, and environmental maintenance, with a strong emphasis on timely, mission-critical deliveries that support search and rescue, port safety, and national security operations. Trinidad maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of specialized contractors, including MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, PHOENIX MARINE LLC, ATZ SOLUTION LLC, and COMMERCIAL BLUE INC, all of whom provide high-caliber technical services in facility systems and marine support. These partnerships are characterized by long-term reliability, performance-based contract execution, and a shared focus on compliance with Coast Guard operational standards. His procurement approach emphasizes vendor accountability, quality assurance, and adherence to technical specifications for aging infrastructure rehabilitation. A steadfast advocate for small business participation, Trinidad directs 100% of his acquisitions toward full small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, ensuring equitable access for qualified small firms. This consistent commitment reflects a deliberate socioeconomic strategy to strengthen local and regional economic resilience while fostering a competitive, diverse vendor base aligned with DHS procurement goals. His technical expertise centers on NAICS 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), which accounts for 75% of his contracting activity, alongside NAICS 561730 (Landscaping Services) for grounds and environmental maintenance. He specializes in procuring complex HVAC retrofits, marine facility plumbing systems, stormwater management, and landscape infrastructure that supports coastal resilience—demonstrating deep domain knowledge in maritime facility operations and mechanical systems sustainment.