Josh W Clemens

Josh W. Clemens serves as a Contract Specialist within the General Services Administration’s Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) Region 3, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical IT and professional services acquisitions for federal defense and civilian agencies. His responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of complex procurements under FAR Part 12 and Part 15, with a focus on modernizing enterprise IT infrastructure, enhancing cybersecurity capabilities, and supporting digital transformation initiatives. Clemens routinely handles task and delivery order contracts for custom software development, systems integration, and technical consulting services, ensuring alignment with GSA’s strategic priorities in national security and public service modernization. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Clemens maintains consistent working relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, including large systems integrators, mid-tier IT service providers, and certified small businesses. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting, clear statement of work development, and rigorous source selection processes that prioritize technical excellence and mission readiness. Clemens demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals, with approximately 70.6% of his acquisitions conducted under full and open competition, while actively supporting small business participation through Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides (17.6%) and Total Small Business set-asides (11.8%). His contracting patterns reflect a deliberate effort to broaden vendor participation while maintaining competitive integrity. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services) and 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), indicating deep expertise in software development, systems architecture, and enterprise IT modernization. He also frequently procures services under 519190 (Other Information Services) and 541990 (Other Professional Services), underscoring his involvement in cloud migration, data analytics, and mission-specific technical support across federal agencies.