Joseph Lentini

Joe G. Lentini serves as a Contracting Officer for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), operating under agency code 7200AA, where he manages the acquisition of technical assistance and institutional capacity-building services critical to international development objectives. His portfolio centers on procuring professional consulting services that strengthen governance, economic resilience, and public sector institutions in partner nations. Lentini specializes in complex, performance-based contracts under the Federal Acquisition Regulation, often supporting policy advisory, emergency response coordination, and democratic engagement initiatives through competitive and non-competitive procurement mechanisms. Lentini maintains a primary working relationship with AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, a key vendor delivering high-value management and technical services. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established contractors with demonstrated expertise in international development contexts, while also fostering collaborative, long-term partnerships that align with USAID’s mission-driven objectives. He engages vendors capable of delivering adaptive, results-oriented solutions across diverse geopolitical environments, emphasizing accountability, transparency, and compliance with U.S. foreign assistance guidelines. His procurement strategy prioritizes open competition, with 81.8% of awards issued without set-aside designations, reflecting a focus on technical merit and global reach. Nevertheless, he consistently supports small business participation, allocating 18.2% of awards to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both operational effectiveness and socioeconomic objectives. Lentini’s acquisitions are heavily concentrated in NAICS 541611 (Administrative Management Consulting) and 541990 (Other Professional Services), with significant activity in emergency relief services (624230) and support services (561990). He regularly procures technical advisory services, institutional strengthening programs, and data-driven governance tools, demonstrating deep expertise in the intersection of public administration, international development, and performance-based contracting.