Joshua J LaVine

Joshua J. LaVine serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements development and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports the agency’s mission by facilitating timely, transparent, and legally sound procurement actions. His portfolio primarily consists of research and development contracts, with a strong emphasis on scientific and technical services requiring specialized domain expertise. LaVine routinely handles complex, performance-based acquisitions in high-technology and analytical service categories, often involving multi-year task orders and cost-reimbursement structures. While specific contractor names are not available, LaVine’s procurement patterns reflect a consistent engagement with firms capable of delivering advanced R&D capabilities in physical, engineering, and life sciences, as well as social science and humanities research. He works with a diverse pool of vendors, including established research institutions, technical consulting firms, and small businesses with proven expertise in experimental design, data analysis, and policy evaluation. His working relationships emphasize collaboration, technical rigor, and adherence to performance metrics defined in statement of work documents. LaVine demonstrates a clear preference for open competition, with 83.3% of his acquisitions conducted without set-asides. However, he actively supports small business participation, allocating 16.7% of his contracting activity to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate effort to foster competition among small businesses without relying on socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541712, encompassing research and development in physical, engineering, and life sciences, including laboratory testing, clinical trials support, and engineering prototyping. He also frequently procures services under NAICS 541720, supporting social science research, behavioral studies, and policy analysis. His technical expertise spans experimental methodology, data collection systems, and scientific instrumentation procurement, positioning him as a specialist in complex, knowledge-based acquisitions.