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Connecting and Protecting People, Places, and Assets for Over 35 Years

NV5 proudly welcomes Professional Systems Engineering (PSE), a nationally acclaimed leader in technology consulting and engineering, to our growing team. Since 1986, PSE has been a trusted partner in securing and enhancing public and private spaces through expertly designed systems in physical security, life safety, communications, and mission-critical infrastructure.

PSE’s work spans justice and correctional facilities, 9-1-1 centers, airports, healthcare, transportation, government, and education—bringing precision, innovation, and client-first collaboration to every project.

Who We Are

PSE provides end-to-end consulting, planning, and engineering solutions with deep specialization in:

  • Security & Access Control Systems
  • Life Safety & Fire Protection
  • Acoustics, Audio/Visual, and Communication Technologies
  • Command & Control Centers
  • Radio Systems and IT Networks
  • Noise, Vibration, and Environmental Control

With over $5 billion in completed project construction and hundreds of successful system designs across the country, PSE’s award-winning team continues to set the benchmark for excellence, innovation, and long-term facility performance.

What Sets PSE Apart

  • Technology-Driven Thinking: Integrating leading-edge systems tailored to evolving client needs
  • Cross-Functional Expertise: Engineers, designers, and consultants aligned across disciplines
  • Full Lifecycle Support: From feasibility and planning to commissioning and systems management
  • Client-First Execution: Trusted project interface and deep collaboration with architects and owners

Our Driving Force: Core Values

At PSE, our work is guided by a shared purpose and a strong set of values that shape every relationship, project, and design.

  1. We value people and partnerships.
    We honor our staff, their families, clients, public servants, and project stakeholders. Everyone involved contributes to outcomes that serve the public good and improve lives.
  2. We design with intention and inclusion.
    We collaborate closely with clients to create accommodating environments that align with shared project goals.
  3. We build trust through innovation.
    We deliver clear, responsible designs—whether retrofitting legacy systems or developing state-of-the-art facilities—that ensure safety, modernity, and humanity.
  4. We work across disciplines in unity.
    We believe in inclusive, equitable teamwork—across internal teams and external firms—to promote environments that uplift all people.
  5. We champion diversity, equity, and inclusion.
    These values are embedded in how we operate, how we engage with partners, and how we help clients serve their communities.

PSE’s legacy of intelligent, integrated design now powers NV5’s expanded capabilities—helping us deliver even greater value to clients shaping the future of public safety, infrastructure, and mission-critical systems.

What Clients Are Saying

PSE’s reputation for thoughtful engineering, thorough planning, and collaborative communication is reflected in the words of clients across the country. Here’s what they have to say:

Having only been with the State for 10 months, I just want to pass along credit where credit is due. You and your firm are very well spoken of in the state for providing highly detailed documents and engaging with the agencies to make sure everything is good.
State Project Manageron PSE’s 18th project with the Department
I have lots of kind words to say. PSE staff is very knowledgeable about the industry and brings lots of good suggestions to the table during planning sessions.
Security Services ManagerCounty in Virginia
PSE staff is very detailed in the design phase without the usual pitfall of getting into the weeds and losing sight of the overall picture and interoperability. He can withstand the various personalities that are encountered when working in a courthouse. He never lost his cool. You are lucky to have him.
Security Services ManagerCounty in Virginia
I very much appreciate your efforts and the highly detailed final report you produced for the courts.
AssociateNYC Architectural Firm
We were very impressed by PSE’s work — and that’s why we’re visiting.
Project ManagerState General Services Department (Post-selection for new major capital projects)
Out of the nine engineering firms submitting, it was agreed PSE was the only firm that could actually do the project.
Project ManagerCity Authority (Navy Yard communications infrastructure revitalization)
We couldn’t have done it without you.
Director of Public Works & Architectafter $20+ million renovation award for a large government facility
We will keep PSE in mind for future projects. Although we had to go through several obstacles to get to the finish line, you and your team did a great job in supporting the project from the beginning to the end.
PresidentProfessional Engineering Firm (20-acre state agency perimeter security project)
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Experienced. Trusted. Forward-Thinking.

At PSE, now an NV5 company, leadership is grounded in technical expertise, decades of project experience, and an unwavering commitment to innovation and integrity. Our leadership team brings deep knowledge across security systems, communications, and infrastructure—guiding complex projects with precision and purpose.

Jerry ”Dutch” Forstater, PE, CET

CEO/Managing Principal

Jason M. Delp, PE

Partner + Executive Vice President / Director of Engineering

Timothy Bergan, CCNP, CCDP, CTS-D

Partner + Vice President Networks + Mission Critical Technology

Daniel Broughton, PE

Partner + Vice President of Safety + Security Engineering

Alessandra Salvo

Strategic Business Development Manager

Cory Zheng

Associate + Project Manager/ Public Safety + Security

Ryan Hughes, CTS-D

Associate + Project Manager | Physical Security + Communications

Mark Stansbery

Security System Specialist

PSE’s strength comes from its collaborative team of engineers, consultants, and designers—each bringing specialized experience in electronics, communications, security, life safety, and acoustics. The leadership team works across disciplines to ensure every solution is innovative, integrated, and aligned with the client’s vision and mission.

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Integrated Engineering for Safety, Security, and Smart Infrastructure

At Professional Systems Engineering (PSE), an NV5 company, we specialize in consulting, engineering, and system design for complex environments where safety, security, and operational continuity are mission-critical. Our multidisciplinary team delivers solutions that are technically advanced, thoughtfully integrated, and built to serve the long-term needs of our clients.

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Security Systems Engineering

Design and integration of advanced physical security systems, including access control, intrusion detection, and video surveillance. We protect critical infrastructure with tailored, scalable solutions.

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Life Safety & Fire Protection

Code-compliant fire alarm and life safety systems designed for reliability and rapid response. Our designs prioritize occupant safety and smooth integration with building systems.

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Telecommunications & IT Infrastructure

Design of structured cabling, network systems, and fiber backbones to support high-performance voice, data, and video communications. We deliver resilient infrastructure built for today’s and tomorrow’s bandwidth needs.

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Audio, Video & Acoustics

Innovative A/V systems and acoustical engineering for intelligibility, functionality, and user experience. Our work spans courtrooms, emergency operations centers, museums, and more.

Command & Control Centers

Specialized engineering for security operation centers, 9-1-1 centers, and emergency communications hubs. We integrate video walls, dispatch systems, ergonomic layouts, and mission-critical workflows.

Courthouse & Justice Systems

Extensive experience in designing secure, high-functioning environments for courthouses, correctional facilities, and justice campuses. We bring sensitivity to legal procedures, space programming, and system integration.

Enterprise System Integration

We bring multiple systems together into unified platforms—from security and IT to audio/visual and environmental controls—using customized dashboards, automation, and centralized monitoring solutions.

Noise, Vibration & Environmental Control

Design and mitigation services for environmental acoustics, vibration, and noise control to improve performance and comfort in sensitive facilities such as hospitals, schools, and cultural institutions.

Planning, Consulting & Project Management

We assist clients with needs assessments, feasibility studies, program development, and phased implementation plans. Our leadership helps align technology solutions with operational goals and budgets.

With over three decades of experience, PSE delivers systems that not only meet technical requirements—but serve the people, places, and missions that depend on them every day.

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Trusted Engineering for Mission-Critical Environments

Professional Systems Engineering (PSE), now part of NV5, delivers high-performance engineering and consulting solutions to a wide range of markets. Our expertise supports clients operating in secure, high-risk, and operationally complex environments across the country.

Justice, Courts & Correctional Facilities

Designing secure, reliable, and human-centered environments for courthouses, detention centers, police headquarters, and correctional institutions. PSE integrates life safety, access control, communications, and acoustic solutions into secure justice system infrastructure.

Law Enforcement & Emergency Communications

From 9-1-1 centers to emergency operations and dispatch facilities, we engineer high-availability, resilient systems for mission-critical operations. This includes command centers, PSAPs, call handling, radio dispatch, and video monitoring systems.

Airports & Transportation Hubs

PSE designs secure and efficient systems for major airports, transit authorities, and transportation terminals. Services include security screening systems, public address, emergency notification, wayfinding audio/visual systems, and access control.

Healthcare Facilities

We provide integrated security, fire/life safety, and communications systems for hospitals, clinics, and mental health facilities, ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance in high-sensitivity environments.

Education: K-12 & Higher Ed

From school security to advanced A/V and communication infrastructure, PSE supports safe, modern learning environments. Our work includes public schools, colleges, and universities—both new construction and system retrofits.

Government & Public Facilities

Federal, state, and local agencies rely on PSE to deliver code-compliant, scalable systems for civic buildings, operations centers, and secure public spaces. Our team brings a deep understanding of procurement processes and public sector priorities.

Industrial & Infrastructure

We support industrial sites, utilities, and infrastructure projects with safety systems, radio communications, IT networks, and environmental controls. Our engineering ensures operational continuity and facility resilience.

Museums, Cultural & Civic Institutions

PSE designs intuitive, integrated technology solutions that protect and enhance visitor experience. Projects include museums, performing arts centers, public gathering spaces, and exhibition environments with specialized acoustics, A/V, and security needs.

Each market presents unique challenges. PSE’s multi-disciplinary team brings the expertise, flexibility, and innovation to meet those challenges—helping clients protect assets, ensure safety, and operate efficiently.

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Proven Solutions. Measurable Impact. National Reach.

Over nearly four decades, Professional Systems Engineering (PSE) has delivered integrated engineering and technology solutions for some of the most complex and critical environments across the United States. Now part of NV5, PSE continues to build on its legacy of delivering innovative, reliable, and client-focused designs for public and private sector institutions.

From courthouses and 9-1-1 centers to airports, museums, and healthcare campuses, PSE has played a pivotal role in shaping secure, resilient, and high-performing facilities across all project scales.

Featured Project Sectors:

Justice & Corrections

PSE has supported hundreds of courthouse and detention center projects—from complete technology system integration in large judicial campuses to targeted retrofits of life safety and security infrastructure.

Emergency Communications & Public Safety

Our work includes 9-1-1 centers, emergency operations centers, dispatch facilities, and mission-critical communications infrastructure designed for uptime, clarity, and control.

Airports & Transportation

We have engineered comprehensive technology systems for major airport terminals and multi-modal hubs—supporting passenger safety, operational coordination, and emergency readiness.

Education & Campus Security

PSE’s portfolio spans secure K-12 campuses, colleges, and university systems, integrating physical security, PA, AV, and network systems that support both learning and safety.

Healthcare & Behavioral Facilities

We support hospitals, mental health centers, and outpatient clinics with safety-first technology designs including fire/life safety systems, nurse call, video monitoring, and access control.

Museums, Civic & Cultural Institutions

PSE has led the design of A/V, acoustics, and integrated security for public spaces, galleries, and cultural landmarks that require a sensitive, user-centric approach.

Performance by the Numbers

  • 35+ Years of specialized engineering services
  • $5B+ in total construction value
  • Nationwide Reach with hundreds of completed facility and site designs
  • Award-Winning designs recognized for innovation and excellence

Building Systems That Endure

PSE’s portfolio reflects a consistent track record of long-term performance, stakeholder satisfaction, and successful coordination with architects, contractors, and public agencies. Whether pioneering new builds or upgrading legacy systems, we approach every project with precision, responsibility, and respect for the end user.

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Insights, Innovation & Project Highlights

Stay informed on the latest updates from Professional Systems Engineering (PSE) — including recent project milestones, industry insights, contract awards, and technology innovations. As a leading provider of security, life safety, and infrastructure solutions, PSE regularly shares updates that reflect our evolving impact across key markets.

Explore the latest:

  • New project announcements
  • Industry commentary and expertise
  • Awards and recognitions
  • Staff highlights and speaking engagements
  • Technology trends in security, A/V, and infrastructure
View full articles and news updates on the PSE website
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Streamlined Access to Trusted Engineering Services

Professional Systems Engineering (PSE), an NV5 company, offers a range of flexible procurement options through federal, state, and local contract vehicles. These vehicles enable government and institutional clients to engage PSE’s specialized engineering, planning, and consulting services quickly, efficiently, and in full compliance with regulatory and procurement standards.

Federal Contracts

GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS)

  • Contract Number: GS-07F-0219W
  • Special Item Numbers (SINs):
    • 541330SEC: Security System Integration, Design, Management, and Life Cycle Support
    • 54151S: Information Technology Professional Services
  • Available for use by all federal agencies, state and local governments (under Cooperative Purchasing), and eligible organizations
  • Benefits: Streamlined procurement, pre-negotiated rates, and fast turnaround

State & Local Procurement Vehicles

PSE also participates in a range of state, regional, and cooperative contract vehicles for professional services, including but not limited to:

  • Commonwealth of Pennsylvania COSTARS
  • New Jersey State Contract Program
  • City and County Direct Agreements (on file)
  • Select Higher Education Institution Framework Agreements

Details available upon request or during proposal response.

NAICS & DUNS Information

  • NAICS Codes:
    • 541330 – Engineering Services
    • 541512 – Computer Systems Design Services
    • 541513 – Computer Facilities Management
    • 541519 – Other Computer-Related Services
    • 541690 – Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services

UEI/DUNS Number: Available upon request

Why Use a Contract Vehicle?

Contract vehicles help agencies:

  • Save time by avoiding the full RFP process
  • Ensure compliance with procurement regulations
  • Access pre-approved, qualified vendors
  • Leverage established pricing and terms

How to Get Started

If you’re a federal, state, or local agency interested in working with PSE, we’re here to help navigate the best procurement path. Contact us directly to identify the most appropriate contract vehicle for your needs.

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