Joshua Westgate

Joshua Westgate serves as a Contract Specialist, managing the procurement process and acquisition lifecycle to support the agency's operational requirements. In this role, he is responsible for executing contracting actions and ensuring that the procurement of goods and services aligns with federal acquisition regulations and agency missions. Regarding set-aside preferences, the procurement patterns show a significant commitment to small business participation. While a majority of awards are unrestricted, there is a strong emphasis on Total Small Business Set-Asides. Additionally, the office utilizes targeted set-asides for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, Women-Owned Small Businesses, and HUBZone-certified firms to meet socioeconomic goals. The primary industry focus for these acquisitions is centered on construction and engineering. A significant portion of the procurement activity is dedicated to Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, followed by specialized services for roofing, engineering, and heavy civil engineering. There is also a notable focus on highway, street, and bridge construction, indicating a technical domain expertise in infrastructure and facility maintenance.