Joselito Roman

Joselito Roman serves as a secondary procurement professional within the National Cemetery Administration, supporting the stewardship of national veterans’ cemeteries through the acquisition of critical maintenance and infrastructure services. While not the primary contracting officer, he plays a vital role in facilitating the execution of contracts aligned with the agency’s mission to preserve the dignity and permanence of final resting places. His responsibilities include assisting in the planning, solicitation, and administration of acquisitions related to grounds upkeep, cemetery expansion, and environmental sustainability initiatives, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and VA-specific standards. Roman maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors specializing in cemetery infrastructure and land management, including MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, LAUBACKER ENTERPRISES, INC., and HAMILTON PACIFIC CHAMBERLAIN LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with demonstrated experience in cemetery-grade landscaping, monument installation, and site restoration. His procurement patterns suggest a reliance on established, mission-aligned contractors capable of delivering high-quality, long-term maintenance solutions under strict operational and ceremonial standards. His contracting portfolio exhibits a strong commitment to socioeconomic goals, with over 57% of awards designated as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, and an additional 32% reserved for general small businesses under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to prioritize veteran-owned enterprises and reinforce the agency’s values through its supply chain. The consistent use of SDVOSB set-asides underscores a mission-driven alignment between procurement outcomes and veteran empowerment. Roman’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 561730 (Landscaping Services), which accounts for nearly 80% of his activity, encompassing grounds maintenance, irrigation, tree care, and cemetery beautification. Secondary categories include solid waste collection and concrete product manufacturing, supporting the operational needs of burial grounds. His expertise centers on lifecycle maintenance of memorial landscapes and infrastructure, ensuring that national cemeteries remain solemn, accessible, and enduring tributes to America’s veterans.