Joni Naseth

Joni Naseth serves as a Transparency Advocate, championing open, equitable, and accountable procurement practices across federal acquisition activities. In this role, Naseth ensures compliance with federal transparency mandates, promotes visibility into contracting decisions, and supports the integrity of the acquisition process by aligning procurement actions with public interest and regulatory standards. While not a traditional contracting officer, Naseth plays a critical advisory function in shaping acquisition strategies, reviewing solicitation language for clarity and fairness, and facilitating stakeholder engagement to reduce barriers to entry for underrepresented vendors. Their work directly supports the agency’s mission to foster trust in government spending through procedural rigor and public accessibility. Though no specific contractor relationships are identified, Naseth’s influence extends to the broader vendor ecosystem by advocating for clear, standardized solicitation templates and accessible procurement pathways. Their advocacy encourages consistent communication between agencies and contractors, particularly small businesses seeking to navigate complex federal requirements. Naseth fosters partnerships grounded in openness, encouraging vendors to engage early in the acquisition lifecycle through pre-solicitation outreach and public feedback mechanisms. Naseth demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic equity in procurement, with half of all acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for small businesses. The remaining 50% of acquisitions are intentionally non-set-aside, ensuring flexibility for mission-critical needs while maintaining a balanced approach that upholds both competition and inclusion goals. Naseth’s procurement focus is singularly concentrated on NAICS 561320 (Temporary Help Services), indicating deep expertise in labor-intensive, short-term staffing solutions. This specialization underscores a strategic reliance on flexible workforce support services, including administrative, clerical, and operational staffing, often used to address surge capacity or specialized skill gaps. Their work ensures that temporary staffing acquisitions are conducted with precision, compliance, and a focus on workforce diversity and equitable vendor access.