Joshua T. Lazarus

Joshua T. Lazarus serves as a Contract Specialist, performing essential procurement functions to support the agency's mission. In this role, he is involved in the administration and execution of various acquisition activities, contributing to the streamlined procurement of goods and services necessary for agency operations. The agency's procurement landscape is characterized by a diverse range of vendors, though specific high-value contractor data is not currently available for this profile. The office manages a variety of requirements that necessitate engagement with both large-scale providers and specialized technical firms. The agency demonstrates a significant focus on full and open competition, with a majority of its procurement activity occurring without set-asides. However, there is a clear commitment to socioeconomic contracting, as evidenced by a consistent utilization of Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Additionally, the agency engages in targeted procurement through Women-Owned Small Business sole source awards and 8(a) competed contracts, reflecting a structured approach to small business participation. The technical focus of the agency's requirements is heavily concentrated in scientific and engineering sectors. Procurement activity is primarily driven by the manufacturing of analytical laboratory instruments, alongside significant requirements for research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. The agency also maintains a steady demand for electronic and precision equipment repair and maintenance, as well as specialized testing laboratory services and scientific and technical consulting.