Josh Lim

Josh Lim serves as a Contract Specialist within the Community Survivor Assistance SEC of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to support disaster response and survivor housing initiatives. He manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning purchases with the agency’s mandate to deliver rapid, scalable, and dignified living solutions for disaster-affected populations. His acquisitions typically encompass professional services, operational infrastructure, and temporary housing systems essential to emergency response operations. While specific contractor relationships are not currently available in the dataset, Josh routinely engages with a diverse pool of vendors capable of delivering specialized services in emergency management, logistics, and community support. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and clear statement of work development to ensure vendor accountability and mission alignment. He collaborates closely with program managers and acquisition teams to identify qualified suppliers capable of operating in high-tempo, low-infrastructure environments. Josh’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of his acquisitions conducted without set-asides. This indicates a focus on maximizing competition and capability rather than socioeconomic preferences, though he remains compliant with all applicable small business regulations. His approach prioritizes functional capacity and operational readiness over socioeconomic categorization, ensuring the most capable firms are selected to meet urgent community needs. His primary NAICS focus areas include 813920 (Professional Organizations), reflecting heavy reliance on consulting, planning, and technical advisory services; 922190 (Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities), indicating procurement of emergency coordination and public safety support; 511210 (Software Publishers), suggesting investments in situational awareness or data management platforms; and 621610 (Home Health Care Services), pointing to integration of medical support into temporary housing environments. His expertise lies in procuring integrated, multi-disciplinary services that bridge housing, safety, and health in post-disaster contexts.