Joseph Butkus

MAJ Joseph Butkus serves as a contracting officer within the Commander (M00264) under the Department of the Navy, where he manages mission-critical acquisitions to sustain and modernize naval warfighting capabilities. His portfolio centers on integrating advanced technology systems, including command and control architectures, tactical computing environments, and cyber-enabled decision support tools. He oversees the procurement of professional services and engineered solutions that enhance operational readiness, with a focus on systems engineering, software development, and secure communications infrastructure. MAJ Butkus plays a pivotal role in aligning contract execution with the Navy’s strategic priorities in digital modernization and force protection. He maintains established relationships with a core group of contractors including GOLDBELT HAWK L.L.C., ALEX-ALTERNATIVE EXPERTS, LLC, TNDA TECHNOLOGIES INC., BC MARKET SOLUTIONS LLC, and BIOSPACE, INC., each providing specialized expertise in custom software development, systems integration, and technical advisory services. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and long-term vendor collaboration, often engaging firms with proven experience in defense-grade cybersecurity, sensor systems, and real-time data analytics. These partnerships reflect a preference for contractors capable of rapid prototyping and field-deployable solutions under dynamic operational requirements. MAJ Butkus’s procurement strategy prioritizes open competition, with approximately 80% of acquisitions conducted without set-asides. However, he consistently allocates 20% of opportunities to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to fostering innovation through small business participation. While he does not favor specific socioeconomic categories like 8(a) or HUBZone as primary mechanisms, his pattern reflects a balanced approach that values capability and capacity over socioeconomic designation alone. His primary NAICS focus lies in Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), followed by All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990), reflecting his emphasis on bespoke software, mission-specific applications, and systems engineering support. He also procures fiber optic cabling solutions and specialized technical instruction services, underscoring his technical domain expertise in secure data transmission, embedded systems, and workforce development for naval IT environments.