Tom Clemo

Tom Clemo serves as Deputy Chief of the Fire Department of the City of Pasadena, where he plays a pivotal role in overseeing mission-critical procurement initiatives that support public safety and operational readiness. In this capacity, he directs the acquisition of technical services essential to maintaining the department’s emergency response infrastructure, with a primary focus on investigation and personal background check services. His responsibilities include ensuring compliance with state and federal contracting standards, evaluating vendor capabilities, and aligning procurement decisions with the agency’s strategic priorities in personnel vetting and operational integrity. Clemo is the primary decision-maker for contract awards within his purview, ensuring that acquisitions directly enhance the department’s ability to deploy well-vetted, qualified personnel. While no specific contractor relationships are currently documented, Clemo’s procurement pattern indicates a reliance on specialized service providers with expertise in law enforcement and fire service background investigations, including firms experienced in fingerprint-based screening, criminal history verification, and credential validation. His working relationships are characterized by a preference for vendors with proven track records in government compliance, data security, and rapid turnaround times for sensitive personnel assessments. Clemo’s contracting activity shows a 100% preference for non-set-aside awards, indicating a focus on competitive, open procurement rather than socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. This approach prioritizes technical capability and operational reliability over socioeconomic classifications, reflecting the mission-critical nature of the services procured. His primary NAICS focus is 561611—Investigation and Personal Background Check Services—demonstrating deep specialization in personnel screening, security clearance support, and vetting systems for first responders. He procures services that ensure the integrity, trustworthiness, and readiness of fire department personnel, aligning acquisitions with stringent public safety standards and regulatory requirements for emergency services staffing.