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Nexus Defense — Protect. Prevent. Perform.
AVV
Veteran-Owned Business
561621
Security Systems NAICS
SDVOSB / VOSB
SBA Certified
561621
Primary NAICS
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About

Built on Operational Experience

Nexus Defense, the security integrator brand of American Veteran Ventures, LLC, is an SBA-certified SDVOSB delivering security systems integration, investigations, and enterprise risk management for federal missions. Senior-led delivery with practitioner experience across federal and commercial security operations.


Leadership experience spans loss prevention, security operations, investigations, and business resilience. Detailed project credentials are provided with proposals when supported by records.


Focus areas include physical security design, investigations, and compliance support. Proposed personnel and credentials are identified for each opportunity.

How We Work

Lean firm. Principal-led execution. Specialist teams scoped per opportunity.

✓Low Overhead

Teams are scoped to each contract and its requirements.

✓Right-Sized Teams

The right expertise matched to each contract. Security engineers, investigators, compliance specialists.

✓Scalable Delivery

From single-site assessments to multi-facility programs. Personnel and responsibilities are specified for each engagement.

Core Services

What We Deliver

Capabilities aligned to federal requirements across security, investigations, and management consulting.

01
Security Systems Integration
Design and integration planning for access control, CCTV/IP surveillance, intrusion detection, and alarm monitoring. Installation and maintenance scope depends on the proposed team and contract.
02
Guard & Patrol Services
Guard program design, staffing plans, and quality oversight. Personnel and licensing are verified for each proposed contract.
03
Enterprise Risk Management
ESRM program development, threat and vulnerability assessments, business continuity planning, and physical security strategy for multi-site operations.
04
Investigations & Forensic Interviewing
Investigations and case management for fraud, theft, and compliance matters, with qualified personnel identified for each requirement.
05
Compliance Programs
Regulatory compliance frameworks, forensic auditing, inventory control systems, and accountability programs. Specialist support is scoped and verified for each engagement.
06
Management Consulting
Strategic advisory for organizational resilience, financial management, operational efficiency, and logistics.
How to Engage

Procurement Paths

Federal agencies may set aside eligible opportunities for SBA-certified SDVOSBs. Sole-source awards require the applicable statutory and regulatory conditions. FAR 19.14

FAR 13.2
Micro-Purchase (GPC)
May be purchased via Government Purchase Card at the micro-purchase threshold. Often the fastest path for assessments, audits, and consulting engagements.
Up to $15K
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Real-World Scenario
Micro-Purchase (GPC)
A base security manager needs a vulnerability assessment of the front gate. The cardholder may use a Government Purchase Card if the purchase meets the applicable rules. Scope and delivery date would be agreed for that purchase.
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FAR 19.1406 (non-VA agencies)
Sole-Source Award
FAR 19.1406 authorizes sole-source awards to VetCert-certified SDVOSBs within the thresholds when the rule’s conditions are met—including competition expectations, fair and reasonable price, and responsibility. VA agencies follow VAAR 819.7008 (see Veterans First card).
Up to $5M (Services) · $8.5M (Manufacturing)
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Sole-Source Award
A command needs a full ESRM program built from scratch. Threat assessments, physical security design, and policy development. The contracting office may consider SDVOSB sole-source under FAR 19.1406 when conditions are met.
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VAAR 819.7008
VA Sole-Source (Veterans First)
VA Veterans First gives priority to eligible veteran-owned firms under its set-aside rules. A VA contracting officer may make an SDVOSB sole-source award up to $5M when VAAR 819.7008 conditions are met. VAAR 819.70
Up to $5M · Conditions Apply
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VA Sole-Source
A VA medical center needs a CCTV upgrade across three buildings. The VA contracting officer applies Veterans First priority and may use the SDVOSB sole-source authority when its conditions are met. Example only; no award timeline is implied.
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VAAR Part 819 (VA) / FAR 19.1405 (non-VA)
SDVOSB Set-Aside
Competitive procurements restricted to SDVOSB firms. COs should consider set-asides when there is a reasonable expectation that two or more SDVOSBs will submit offers at fair market prices.
No fixed program ceiling; solicitation rules apply
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Real-World Scenario
SDVOSB Set-Aside
A regional office needs access control and CCTV upgrades across three buildings. Set-aside to SDVOSBs only. Competition is restricted to eligible SDVOSBs; award timing varies.
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FAR Part 13
Simplified Acquisition
Streamlined purchasing procedures for requirements below the simplified acquisition threshold. Reduced administrative burden for both the agency and the contractor.
Up to $350K
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Real-World Scenario
Simplified Acquisition
An agency needs six months of uniformed guard services at a satellite facility. The agency may use simplified procedures, subject to the solicitation and applicable rules.
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Teaming
Subcontracting & Partnerships
Available as an SDVOSB subcontractor to prime contractors meeting small business subcontracting goals. We actively seek teaming arrangements on large agency task orders.
SB goal credit for primes
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Subcontracting & Partnerships
Illustrative: a prime seeks a qualified SDVOSB subcontractor for an investigations scope. Subcontract terms and credit depend on the actual contract.
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Federal Data

Registration & Classifications

Unique Entity ID
T6G7ZVBQ4BY1
CAGE Code
159X9
SAM Status
Active
SBA Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Certified
Certifications & Training
  • Specialist network: CPP, CFI, CPTED, OSINT credentials (named personnel confirmed per proposal)
  • Physical Security Design & Integration
  • ESRM Program Development
NAICS Codes
Primary
561621
Security Systems Services
Secondary
561611
Investigation & Background Check Services
561612
Security Guards & Patrol Services
561990
All Other Support Services
541330
Engineering Services
541512
Computer Systems Design Services
541618
Other Management Consulting Services
541690
Other Scientific & Technical Consulting
238210
Electrical Contractors & Wiring Installation
334310
Audio & Video Equipment Manufacturing
236220
Commercial & Institutional Building Construction
Contact

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Ready to team or need an SDVOSB prime for a set-aside? Let's talk.

nexusdefense@americanvetventures.com
(757) 263-0732 · Nationwide