Lorna E. Baptiste-Jones

Lorna E. Baptiste-Jones serves as a senior procurement professional responsible for managing complex information technology acquisitions aligned with federal technology modernization priorities. She plays a pivotal role in executing the agency’s mission to secure high-performance computing systems and mission-critical software solutions through competitive, transparent contracting processes. Her portfolio is exclusively focused on Computer Systems Design Services, where she oversees the acquisition of custom software development, systems integration, cybersecurity architecture, and cloud-enabled infrastructure solutions. She ensures all procurements adhere to federal acquisition regulations and emphasize performance-based outcomes, outcome-driven service level agreements, and lifecycle management of IT systems. Her contractor relationships are centered on firms with proven expertise in systems design and enterprise IT modernization, including both large prime contractors and specialized technical service providers. She engages vendors through full and open competition, prioritizing technical capability, past performance, and compliance with federal cybersecurity standards such as NIST SP 800-53 and FedRAMP. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently evaluates proposals based on innovation, scalability, and alignment with long-term operational needs. Lorna’s contracting activity is entirely classified as “No Set-Aside,” reflecting a strategic focus on full and open competition without socioeconomic set-asides. This approach underscores her commitment to selecting the most technically qualified offerors regardless of business size or certification status, while still ensuring compliance with all applicable small business participation goals through subcontracting opportunities. Her primary technical domain is Computer Systems Design Services (NAICS 541512), where she procures end-to-end IT solutions including custom application development, data center modernization, network optimization, and automated system testing. She possesses deep expertise in evaluating technical proposals for architectural soundness, interoperability, and compliance with federal IT standards, making her a key steward of mission-critical digital infrastructure.