Bernard Husted

Bernard Husted serves in a secondary role within the agency's procurement structure. While specific individual responsibilities are not detailed, his position supports the broader mission of executing acquisitions and managing the procurement lifecycle to meet agency requirements. The agency demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting and small business participation. Procurement patterns show a significant emphasis on diverse vendor participation, with a notable focus on Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and HUBZone-certified firms. Additionally, the agency utilizes Small Business Set-Asides as a primary vehicle for its acquisitions, maintaining a diverse socioeconomic contracting landscape that includes Women-Owned Small Businesses. The agency's procurement activity is heavily concentrated in the construction and infrastructure sectors. Technical expertise is primarily directed toward commercial and institutional building construction, alongside significant requirements for highway, street, and bridge construction. The agency also manages specialized requirements for site preparation and various specialty trade contracting services, including the procurement of ready-mix concrete manufacturing products.