John Studstill

John Studstill serves as Assistant County Engineer for Clay County, Florida, where he plays a pivotal role in overseeing the planning, design, and procurement of public infrastructure projects under the agency’s Engineering Division. Responsible for ensuring compliance with state and federal engineering standards, he leads the acquisition process for transportation, drainage, and civil works projects, with primary emphasis on highway, street, and bridge construction. His position bridges technical engineering oversight with strategic contracting, ensuring that capital improvements align with the county’s mission of resilient, sustainable public works. He typically manages competitive sealed-bid and negotiated contracts for large-scale civil construction, often coordinating with consultants, inspectors, and construction managers to deliver complex public works initiatives. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identified in the procurement records, Studstill’s portfolio consistently engages general contractors with demonstrated expertise in heavy highway construction, earthwork, pavement systems, and stormwater infrastructure. His procurement approach favors established firms with proven track records in Florida’s coastal and flood-prone environments, prioritizing technical capability, safety compliance, and schedule reliability over preference-based bidding. Vendor partnerships are typically formed through open competition, with a strong emphasis on performance-based contract administration and post-award oversight. Studstill’s contracting patterns reflect a strict preference for open competition, with 100% of acquisitions designated as “No Set-Aside.” This indicates a focus on technical merit and cost-effectiveness rather than socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. While small business participation is not formally incentivized through set-asides, the agency’s procurement structure remains accessible to all qualified bidders, and small firms may compete on equal footing through standard bidding processes. His primary procurement focus is exclusively on NAICS 237310 — Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction — encompassing roadway rehabilitation, bridge replacement, culvert installation, and associated drainage systems. He specializes in procuring services involving asphalt and concrete paving, earthmoving, structural steel, and stormwater management infrastructure, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with FDOT standards and federal highway safety guidelines.