John L. Clemons

John Clemons serves as a Contracting Officer for Region 4 Emergency Preparedness under the Federal Emergency Management Agency within the Department of Homeland Security, where he manages mission-critical acquisitions to sustain operational readiness across disaster-prone regions. His portfolio centers on securing infrastructure resilience, emergency response capabilities, and logistical support services essential for rapid deployment during crises. Clemons oversees the full lifecycle of procurements—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, and DHS acquisition policies. He specializes in contracts supporting emergency housing, facility stabilization, and security operations, often coordinating with field teams to align procurement strategy with on-the-ground operational needs. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable, Clemons maintains a balanced procurement approach that engages both large-capacity vendors and small business partners to ensure responsive, scalable solutions. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for competitive, open solicitations, with a strong emphasis on vendor reliability, rapid turnaround, and compliance with federal emergency response standards. He frequently collaborates with contractors possessing specialized expertise in mobile housing, waste management, and security services to meet dynamic operational demands. Clemons demonstrates a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with over 35% of his awards directed toward small business set-asides, including 21.4% under Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) and 14.3% through 8(a) competed programs. His procurement strategy actively promotes participation from small disadvantaged businesses, aligning with DHS’s broader goals of equitable access and community-based resilience. He consistently prioritizes socioeconomic goals without compromising mission-critical performance requirements. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 321991 (manufactured housing) and 531110 (residential leasing), reflecting a heavy reliance on temporary and transitional housing solutions for displaced populations. He also routinely procures security guards and patrol services (561612) and specialized waste management (562991, 562998), demonstrating deep domain expertise in emergency infrastructure support and environmental compliance during crisis response.