Jeffrey D. Lynes

Jeffrey D. Lynes serves as a Purchasing Specialist responsible for managing the acquisition of solid waste collection services, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and operational efficiency for public sanitation programs. In this role, he executes solicitations, evaluates proposals, and administers contracts under the Federal Acquisition Regulation, focusing on performance-based outcomes and service reliability. His work is central to maintaining clean, sustainable public environments through timely and cost-effective procurement of essential waste management infrastructure and operational support. Lynes handles full lifecycle acquisitions, from market research and requirement development to contract award and performance monitoring, with an emphasis on delivering high-standard environmental services. Lynes maintains a broad network of vendors specializing in municipal and commercial solid waste collection, including regional haulers, equipment providers, and logistics contractors. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he engages with a diverse pool of service providers capable of meeting stringent operational, safety, and environmental compliance standards. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for competitive sealed bidding and performance-based contracts, fostering transparency and accountability. He consistently evaluates vendor performance metrics to ensure service continuity and regulatory adherence across service areas. Lynes’s procurement activity is entirely focused on open competition, with 100% of awards issued under non-set-aside conditions. This reflects a strategic emphasis on maximizing competition and value rather than socioeconomic set-asides, though he remains fully compliant with all applicable small business programs. His approach prioritizes capability and reliability over certification status, ensuring that the agency receives the highest quality service from the most qualified providers, regardless of business size or socioeconomic designation. His primary procurement focus is on NAICS 562111 — Solid Waste Collection — encompassing curbside pickup, transfer station operations, container leasing, and route optimization services. He specializes in procuring comprehensive waste management solutions that integrate collection, transportation, and disposal coordination, often requiring specialized equipment and compliance with EPA and OSHA standards. Lynes possesses deep technical knowledge of waste stream classifications, routing efficiency metrics, and environmental compliance frameworks, making him a subject matter expert in municipal solid waste procurement.