Joseph Vivolo

Joseph Vivolo serves as a key procurement lead within the Technology Acquisition Center NJ (36C10B), part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, where he manages complex IT acquisitions to modernize the VA’s enterprise technology infrastructure. His responsibilities include overseeing the full lifecycle of contracts for mission-critical digital systems that support clinical care, data interoperability, and cybersecurity across the national VA network. Vivolo specializes in securing scalable, secure, and compliant IT solutions, with a focus on enterprise software modernization, systems integration, and cloud-enabled services. He plays a central role in aligning acquisitions with VA’s strategic goals of enhancing veteran services through resilient, future-ready technology platforms. Vivolo maintains consistent partnerships with leading technology providers including Palantir Technologies Inc., AMD International Technologies LLC, Aerospace & Commercial Technologies, LLC, Greenbrier Government Solutions Inc., and ThunderCat Technology, LLC. These relationships reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in data analytics, systems design, and secure infrastructure deployment. His contracting patterns emphasize performance-based outcomes and technical excellence, often engaging contractors with deep domain knowledge in federal healthcare IT environments. He fosters collaborative, long-term vendor engagements that prioritize innovation, compliance, and operational continuity. Vivolo’s procurement strategy prioritizes broad market competition, with 72% of awards issued under full and open competition and 28% reserved for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). This reflects a deliberate, balanced approach to small business participation—targeting SDVOSB firms for specialized IT services while maintaining open access to large-capability vendors for enterprise-scale solutions. His contracting patterns demonstrate a strong commitment to socioeconomic goals without compromising mission requirements. His primary acquisition focus lies in NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), which accounts for 94.7% of his portfolio, encompassing custom software development, IT consulting, and systems support services. He frequently procures cloud migration, cybersecurity enhancements, data modernization, and interoperability solutions tailored to VA’s unique healthcare and administrative environments. His technical expertise centers on delivering secure, scalable digital services that meet federal compliance standards while improving veteran-facing outcomes.