Josh B. Clemens

Josh B. Clemens serves as a Contracting Officer within the Federal Protective Service East CCG Division 1 Acquisition Division, part of the Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Procurement Operations. He is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions to secure protective security services and integrated surveillance systems critical to federal facility safety. His portfolio primarily encompasses contracts under NAICS 561612 and 561621, focusing on manned guard services, electronic security systems, and related infrastructure support. Clemens ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with the agency’s mission to maintain operational continuity across federal infrastructure through timely, secure, and technologically advanced solutions. Clemens maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including GXC MAX INC, FLATTER, INC, and ENPROVERA CORP, which regularly deliver security personnel, surveillance technology integration, and managed protection services. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven track records in federal security environments, while also fostering competitive bidding to ensure value and performance. He actively engages with industry through pre-solicitation outreach and market research to refine requirements and promote innovation in physical security solutions. His procurement strategy prioritizes socioeconomic goals, with 40% of his awards designated for Total Small Business Set-Asides and an additional 13.3% allocated to 8(a) competed contracts. He also supports HUBZone participation at 6.7%, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for small, disadvantaged, and geographically targeted businesses. His approach balances competition with inclusion, ensuring broad vendor access while maintaining rigorous performance standards. Clemens specializes in procuring security guard and patrol services (NAICS 561612) and integrated security systems (NAICS 561621), with additional focus on leasing of commercial security equipment. His technical expertise lies in physical security infrastructure, access control systems, surveillance platforms, and risk-based personnel deployment models, positioning him as a key operator in safeguarding federal assets through strategic, compliant, and mission-driven acquisitions.