Jodie Lee Paustian

Jodie Lee Paustian serves as a Contract Officer responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while aligning acquisitions with agency mission objectives. Her portfolio primarily consists of professional services contracts, with a strong emphasis on information technology and computer-related solutions. She works closely with program managers, legal counsel, and acquisition teams to structure solicitations that promote competition, transparency, and value. Paustian engages with a broad range of vendors, including large systems integrators and specialized IT service providers, to fulfill complex technical requirements. While no single contractor dominates her award profile, she maintains consistent relationships with firms capable of delivering high-quality, scalable IT solutions. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, clear statement of work development, and rigorous source selection criteria to ensure accountability and mission success. Her procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for unrestricted competition, with 100% of her awards issued under the “No Set-Aside” category. This indicates a deliberate focus on open market opportunities rather than socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. Her approach prioritizes technical capability and cost-effectiveness over socioeconomic preferences, consistent with the nature of the services she procures. Her primary acquisition focus lies in NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), encompassing custom software development, systems analysis, cloud migration support, and IT consulting. She also regularly procures services under NAICS 511210, which includes software publishing and licensing. Her expertise centers on the delivery of mission-critical digital services, demonstrating deep familiarity with modern IT architectures, cybersecurity integration, and agile service delivery models.