8-koi kurrents :: winter 2024

Company updates from 8-koi :: winter 2024

As we embark into the new year and set out to navigate the ever-changing landscape of government contracting, 8-koi and CDE stand together as a resilient team. We're focused on our impact and outcomes, and we remain committed to contributing to the ongoing success of our company and the evolving needs of our clients.

We take pride in our unique approach to operations where our distinctive human touch sets us apart across our three divisions: design engineering, construction and technical services.

At 8-koi, our technical expertise coupled with our human touch defines our way of business. It's this combination that makes us a supportive community and a leader in our field. From fortifying national defense installations to shaping institutions of higher education, our commitment to meaningful connections has been the cornerstone of our success.

As we reflect on our past achievements and continue to improve and adapt, we’re harnessing our momentum and striving for excellence in every project we undertake. Our dedication to passion, excellence, dependability, and thoughtfulness will shine through in all that we do.

Thank you for your support and trust in us,

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Inga I. Young

Founder and President

MAKING GREAT PROGRESS WITH OUR 4 Ps:

People, Programs, Process and Pipeline

Together we get the job done and are committed to getting it right.

We continue to gain traction by executing excellent “Human Touch” operations. Here are some of the highlights of this past quarter:

Our 8-koi team continues to gain traction going into the first quarter of 2024 by executing excellent Human Touch operations. Here are some of our highlights:

PEOPLE:

This quarter I had the opportunity to meet new employees. I was able to visit with employees supporting client contracts: Denis Maldanado and Dennis Fuentes, senior contract managers supporting the USMC PM TRASYS contract; Mathew Gough, Patrick Space Force Base PEBLO contract and Jill Bond, customs and border patrol fitness exams. We continue to ramp up hiring for the ORR Sponsored Services contract and we welcome all the newest employees to the team.

PROGRAMS:

Construction

8-koi was awarded the:

• Subcontractor support for the HB3 Strand Jack Platforms for SLS opportunity in support of NASA Kennedy Space Center

• Brevard County School Board Continuing Contract for General Contractors

• City of Kissimmee Oak Street Community Center Interior Concrete Work

Design Engineering

Cape Design Engineering successfully captured contracts supporting multiple federal, state and county agencies.

Some projects include:

• Patrick Space Force Base Hangar AA Envelope

• Naval Ordinance Test Unit (NOTU) Mezzanine (B67901) Phase 2

• City of Daytona Beach Shores Structural Continuing Engineering Services

• Subcontractor support to help remove computer room air conditioning

•Subcontractor support to help design a new CMU hazmat building Air Force Technical Applications Center (AFTAC)

• Design Eissey Theater Stairs at Palm Beach State College (PBSC)

• Design Chiller Water Piping project at Palm Beach State College (PBSC)

• Subcontractor support to help design Daytona Beach lift station #7

• Subcontractor support for renovations to range comm facility (RCF) design at Patrick Space Force Base

Technical Administration & Healthcare

8-koi Healthcare Division continues to staff and closely manage the Emergency Dispatch Services Contract. 8-koi operates this contract 365/24/7 at Walter Reed.

We've continued hiring for the ORR Sponsored Services contract and is supporting multiple proposal efforts with the Healthcare and Design Engineering Divisions.

PIPELINE:

In Q4 2023, we won a total of 12 contracts and we’ve identified 47 new business development opportunities that we are evaluating for pursuit.

PROCESS:

Our traction efforts continue as we continue to receive quarterly EOS Training. We are preparing for our ISO 9001:2015 annual audit. Our limited scope ISO certification is for our Healthcare Division and the supporting elements of HR, recruiting and credentialing.

As a team we continue to build on our strengths and learn from other successful companies to further gain the skills it takes to win and keep our customers satisfied. 8-koi team members have a strong commitment to engaging and keeping our customers happy. We appreciate each of you and the trust you place in us.

As always, your questions, suggestions and thoughtful emails are welcome.

Onward,

Dean

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Dean Rosenquist

Chief Operating Officer

See more about how you can help to celebrate #eWeek2024!

Celebrating Our Engineers!

This year’s eWeek theme “Welcome to the Future” is about celebrating today’s achievements and paving the way for a brighter and more diverse future in engineering.

All over the world, we see how engineers, technicians, and technologists are making a difference through their critical work - how they are inspiring the next generation.

At home, we are proud to recognize members of our own team and love sharing success stories like that of Kyle Findlater earning his PE.

Read on!

🌎💡 CDE is your trusted design-build partner for innovative energy, sustainability, and LEED compliant projects in Florida. 💡🌎

Read more about the Daytona State College Thermal Energy Storage System (TES) at CDECO.com.

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MEET THE TEAM

David McGowan, Superintendent/SSHO/QC

David’s connection to 8-koi began when he worked a few years back with Otto Hererra, current VP of CDE, at his former construction company. In David’s previous work he was a shipping manager and managed over 48 employees and local delivery drivers and worked as a safety coordinator.

Currently serving as 8-koi’s superintendent/SSHO/QC, he’s working on the Sawtooth reroof job at the Naval Air Station in Jacksonville that involves removing rotten or defective roof wood and replacing it with new. With safety in mind, the process requires upkeep and care for equipment, property and personnel.

Constructing metal roofing, removing and replacing industrial fans, snaking drains and making improvements is David’s current daily focus. The benefit and reason for his dedication is the people he works with and the team environment.

See more about 8-koi Construction.

Did you know 8-koi hired 16 US Military Veterans in 2022?

Recognized for its commitment to hiring vets, 8-koi was awarded the 2023 Platinum HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the US Department of Labor. Get the full story and see the ceremony here.

Thank you for your service and dedication, Joe!

In November 2014, veteran Joseph Ogershok became 8-koi's first employee. He's a medical instructor, tactical combat casualty care expert, defender and protector of our country, and now 8-koi retiree.

IN THE COMMUNITY

Society of American Military Engineers

Our CDE team headed to the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Small Business Conference in San Antonio in November. SAME Space Coast Post was in attendance and available for a warm welcome to 8-koi and CDE.

Women In Defense

Space Force Leadership of Today and Tomorrow included special guests from the ranks of Space Force Leadership and served as a meeting ground to discuss next generation leadership in national space defense. The breakfast and networking event was held at the Rosen Centre in Orlando on 31 JAN.

Pictured above left - US Space Force Brig. Gen. Kristin L. Panzenhagen delivers Keynote at Women In Defense breakfast.

Pictured above right - Inga Young with Women In Defense national and Florida chapter leaders in Orlando.

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DESIGN - BUILD - STAFF - SUPPLY

Our Leadership Team is ready to learn more about how 8-koi and CDE can help to meet your EDWOSB goals for 2024.

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PASSION | EXCELLENCE | DEPENDABILITY | THOUGHTFULNESS

8-koi Veteran Employee Resource Group NOW ONLINE!

Veteran Employee Resource Group (VERGe) helps to "codify a framework attracting, hiring, retaining, nurturing and developing veterans within our organization." Learn more about available resources at 8-koi.com.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

8-koi and, its wholly owned subsidiary, Cape Design Engineering (CDE) are Equal Opportunity Employers. 8-koi and CDE do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.

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8-koi, Inc. has complied with the passage of an interim rule to bridge the gap toward full transition to the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program. The Department of Defense is requiring all contractors with the clause at Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) 252.204-7012 in their contracts to conduct a self-assessment of NIST SP 800-171 standards and enter their results into the Supplier Performance Risk System by November 30, 2020. Contractors who have not entered their results by that deadline will not be eligible for an award on a contract containing DFARS 252.204-7012.

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