Diona Austill

Diona Austill serves as an IT Specialist responsible for managing and executing technology acquisitions that support critical infrastructure and systems modernization efforts. In this role, she ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while aligning contract strategies with agency operational needs. Her work centers on the planning, solicitation, and award of IT-related services, particularly those involving specialized electrical and wiring installation systems that underpin secure and resilient communications networks. She collaborates closely with technical stakeholders to define performance requirements and evaluate vendor proposals, ensuring acquisitions meet both functional and cybersecurity standards. While specific contractor names are not available, Austill’s procurement patterns reflect a consistent engagement with small business vendors, particularly those certified under the Small Business Administration’s programs. Her contracting approach prioritizes inclusive competition, fostering partnerships with firms capable of delivering high-quality, compliant wiring and electrical installation services. She actively encourages participation from small businesses by structuring solicitations to maximize accessibility and transparency, reinforcing a culture of equitable opportunity within the acquisition lifecycle. Austill maintains a 100% focus on Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a strong institutional commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals. She consistently designs solicitations to ensure eligibility for small business concerns, including those certified as 8(a), HUBZone, or women-owned small businesses, when applicable. Her approach aligns with federal mandates to promote broad-based economic opportunity while maintaining rigorous performance standards. Her primary procurement focus is on NAICS 238210—Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors—indicating deep expertise in procuring specialized infrastructure services such as structured cabling, low-voltage systems, and data communication wiring for government facilities. She specializes in technical domains involving secure network cabling, telecommunications infrastructure, and integrated building systems, ensuring that acquisitions support mission-critical IT environments with reliable, standards-compliant installations.