Patrick Augustin

Patrick Augustin serves as a Contract Specialist at the Military Sealift Command (MSC), where he plays a pivotal role in executing complex procurement actions to sustain the nation’s strategic sealift capabilities. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of contracts—from market research and solicitation to award and administration—he supports the acquisition of critical maritime logistics services, vessel maintenance, and specialized ocean transportation systems essential to naval expeditionary operations. His work directly enables MSC’s mission to maintain a ready, responsive fleet of government-owned and chartered vessels through compliant, efficient, and mission-driven contracting practices. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, Augustin routinely engages with a diverse pool of vendors specializing in deep-sea freight transportation, vessel repair, and marine equipment maintenance. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established industry partners with proven capabilities in maritime logistics and naval support services, fostering long-term vendor relationships grounded in performance accountability and regulatory compliance. He frequently collaborates with firms possessing niche expertise in ocean-going vessel systems and integrated engineering support. Augustin demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 39% of his acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. While no other socioeconomic set-asides are dominant, his portfolio consistently prioritizes small business eligibility, aligning with DoD initiatives to broaden supplier diversity and enhance competition in maritime support markets. His approach reflects a deliberate effort to cultivate a robust small business pipeline capable of meeting MSC’s operational demands. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 483111 (Deep Sea Freight Transportation), with significant activity in commercial and industrial machinery repair (811310), boat building (336612), and marine HVAC systems (333415). This technical specialization underscores his expertise in procuring vessel-specific maintenance, retrofitting, and operational support services critical to sustaining MSC’s aging and modernizing fleet.