Jong Kim

Jong Kim serves as the primary procurement lead for the Division of Engineering Services – Seattle within the Indian Health Service, overseeing the acquisition of critical infrastructure projects that support tribal health and sanitation systems. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of construction and engineering contracts, Kim ensures alignment with federal procurement regulations and the agency’s mission to improve health outcomes in Native American and Alaska Native communities. Their portfolio primarily includes facility construction, utility system upgrades, and sanitation infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on compliance with tribal sovereignty and public health standards. Kim maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of specialized contractors, including JAYNES CORPORATION, LACREEK DEVELOPMENT CORP, SEH - TEPA ES JV LLC, WBK ENGINEERING LLC, and BAI ENGINEERS LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for firms with proven experience in tribal infrastructure delivery, often involving joint ventures and teaming arrangements that combine technical expertise with cultural competency. The working relationship pattern emphasizes long-term collaboration, performance-based contracting, and subcontracting opportunities to ensure local workforce development and community engagement. A defining feature of Kim’s procurement strategy is a strong commitment to socioeconomic inclusion, with nearly 90% of awards directed toward small business set-asides. The Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set-aside is the most frequently utilized mechanism, followed closely by the Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate effort to prioritize tribal-owned and Native-owned enterprises, reinforcing self-determination and economic resilience within the communities served. Kim’s technical focus centers on NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), with significant activity in plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning (238220), water and sewer line construction (237110), and multifamily housing (236116). Their expertise lies in procuring integrated infrastructure solutions that address complex public health needs, including wastewater treatment, potable water systems, and climate-resilient healthcare facilities designed to meet tribal-specific environmental and cultural requirements.