Joseph Tynes

Joseph Tynes serves as a Contract Specialist at the Naval Oceanographic Office (N62306), where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that support naval oceanographic and geospatial intelligence operations. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts for technical services and specialized equipment essential to environmental sensing, seabed mapping, and undersea warfare systems. His work directly enables safe navigation, anti-submarine warfare readiness, and real-time maritime domain awareness by ensuring timely procurement of high-precision instrumentation and operational support services aligned with DoD standards. Tynes collaborates with a diverse array of contractors, including manufacturers of nautical and aeronautical systems, facilities support providers, and heavy-gauge metal fabricators. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in defense-grade environmental monitoring equipment, data modeling platforms, and mission-critical infrastructure. He maintains consistent, compliance-driven relationships with both large defense contractors and small businesses capable of delivering specialized technical solutions under strict military specifications. A strong advocate for socioeconomic contracting, Tynes prioritizes small business participation, with 40% of his acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 and an additional 10% designated for HUBZone firms. His approach reflects a deliberate strategy to foster innovation and capacity within the small business industrial base while ensuring compliance with federal socioeconomic goals. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 561210 (facilities support services), 334511 (search and navigation system manufacturing), and 335911 (electronic component manufacturing), underscoring his technical expertise in acquiring oceanographic sensors, data acquisition hardware, and ruggedized environmental monitoring systems. Tynes’ work ensures the Naval Oceanographic Office maintains operational superiority through timely access to cutting-edge, mission-tailored technologies.