Bertina Jones

Bertina Jones serves as the primary procurement lead for the Navajo Area Indian Health Service, overseeing acquisitions critical to sustaining healthcare delivery across remote Indigenous communities. She manages a diverse portfolio of contracts spanning clinical infrastructure, diagnostic equipment, and operational support services, ensuring alignment with the agency’s mission to provide equitable, culturally competent care. Her work directly supports the procurement of medical technology, telecommunications systems, and facility upgrades essential to maintaining functional health clinics in underserved regions of the Navajo Nation. Jones maintains a consistent working relationship with Regency Consulting Inc., a key vendor providing specialized health services and technical support. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established partners with proven experience in federal Indian health programs, while also fostering relationships with small and culturally aligned vendors. She engages in collaborative, compliance-driven procurement processes that prioritize reliability, cultural sensitivity, and long-term service continuity. Her procurement strategy demonstrates strong alignment with socioeconomic goals, with nearly one-quarter of awards directed toward Indian-specific set-asides, including the Buy Indian and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) programs. While the majority of contracts remain open to general competition, she actively prioritizes tribal-owned and Native-serving businesses, reflecting a deep institutional commitment to Indigenous economic development and self-determination through federal contracting. Jones specializes in acquisitions under NAICS codes related to medical and telecommunications equipment, office infrastructure leasing, and facility electrical systems. Her technical expertise lies in procuring computer peripherals, diagnostic hardware, and wired telecommunications services critical to modernizing clinical operations. She ensures all procurements comply with federal health standards while addressing the unique logistical and infrastructural challenges of delivering care in rural, off-grid environments.