Jason Rios

Jason Rios serves as a key procurement professional within the Science and Technology Acquisition Division of the Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Procurement Operations, where he supports the acquisition of advanced scientific, technical, and engineering capabilities critical to national security. He manages complex contracts for cutting-edge research and development in physical and engineering sciences, focusing on next-generation detection systems, cybersecurity tools, and infrastructure protection technologies. His work directly enables the agency’s mission to modernize homeland defense through innovative technical solutions, ensuring acquisitions align with federal procurement regulations and strategic R&D priorities. Rios maintains strong, sustained relationships with major technology providers, most notably Microsoft Corporation, partnering with them on integrated software platforms, secure cloud infrastructure, and analytical systems essential to mission-critical operations. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established industry leaders with proven technical depth, while also engaging a diverse supplier base to meet specialized requirements. He consistently evaluates vendor capabilities in cybersecurity compliance, systems integration, and rapid prototyping to ensure contract performance aligns with operational needs. While the majority of his acquisitions are unrestricted—reflecting a 78.6% non-set-aside rate—Rios demonstrates a deliberate commitment to small business participation, with 21.4% of awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He actively seeks qualified small businesses capable of delivering specialized scientific and technical services, fostering competition and innovation without compromising mission readiness. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) and 334519 (Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing), where he acquires precision instrumentation for threat detection and environmental monitoring. He also regularly procures R&D services under NAICS 541715 and professional technical services under 541990, demonstrating deep expertise in engineering analytics, sensor development, and systems integration for high-consequence homeland security applications.