Akile Jones

Akile Jones is a procurement professional focused on managing a diverse range of acquisitions. Their role involves overseeing the procurement lifecycle to support the agency's operational requirements through the strategic acquisition of specialized goods and services. Regarding set-aside preferences, there is a strong commitment to small business participation. Half of the procurement activity is designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides, with an equal distribution of focus toward HUBZone and Women-Owned Small Business set-asides. The primary industry focus is centered on manufacturing and specialized installations. Procurement activity is most concentrated in textile bag and canvas mills, followed by commercial and service industry machinery manufacturing. Additional technical domain expertise is evident in the procurement of electrical contracting and wiring installation services, as well as the manufacturing of travel trailers, campers, motorcycles, and bicycles.