Todd W Blose

Todd W. Blose serves as a key procurement lead within the U.S. Coast Guard’s Headquarters Contract Operations (CG-912), overseeing strategic acquisitions that support national maritime security and operational readiness. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on vessel construction, maritime surveillance systems, and technical services critical to coastal and riverine patrol capabilities. His work directly enables the Coast Guard’s modernization priorities, including the acquisition of new patrol vessels, advanced detection technologies, and integrated communications infrastructure. Blose operates within a complex acquisition environment requiring strict compliance with FAR and defense procurement regulations, ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical capabilities across the Coast Guard’s fleet and shore-based operations. Blose maintains longstanding relationships with specialized shipbuilders and maritime contractors, including Bollinger Shipyards, Davie Defense, Rauma Marine Constructions, and Rozema’s Boat Works. These partnerships reflect a focus on niche, high-precision vessel construction and repair services tailored to Coast Guard operational requirements. His contracting approach emphasizes collaboration with vendors possessing proven expertise in naval architecture, aluminum and steel hull fabrication, and integrated combat systems installation. He frequently engages contractors with prior Coast Guard experience, fostering continuity and technical alignment across multi-year modernization programs. His procurement patterns show a strong preference for open competition, with 73.7% of awards issued without set-asides, yet he consistently supports small business participation through Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, accounting for 26.3% of awards. While not heavily reliant on 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, Blose ensures equitable access for qualified small businesses, particularly those with maritime engineering and shipbuilding capabilities. His primary NAICS focus centers on Boat Building (336612), reflecting deep expertise in vessel procurement, complemented by significant activity in Satellite Telecommunications (517410) and Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990). He routinely acquires maritime domain awareness systems, radar and sensor integration services, and specialized technical support for fleet sustainment, demonstrating specialized knowledge in defense maritime acquisition and systems integration.