Valerie H Jones

Valerie H. Jones serves as a Contract Specialist within the Office of Acquisition and Grants at the Social Security Administration, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical procurements that support the agency’s operational infrastructure. Her responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of acquisitions for IT modernization, systems integration, cybersecurity services, and facility-related support, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and alignment with SSA’s strategic priorities. She specializes in complex, high-stakes contracts that safeguard the integrity of benefit delivery systems and maintain public trust through secure, reliable technology and administrative services. Jones maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including CA, Inc., Johnson Controls, Inc., East Coast Welding & Construction Co. Inc., and Colorid, LLC. These partnerships reflect a blend of large-scale enterprise vendors providing enterprise software, facility maintenance, and specialized construction services. Her procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting, clear statement of work development, and rigorous vendor performance monitoring to ensure deliverables meet stringent federal standards for security and reliability. Jones’s contracting portfolio shows no set-aside preferences, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic focus on leveraging broad market capabilities to achieve optimal technical outcomes rather than socioeconomic set-asides, though she remains compliant with all applicable small business regulations. Her approach prioritizes value, risk mitigation, and mission readiness over socioeconomic targeting. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Other Computer Related Services (541519), Computer and Peripheral Equipment Wholesaling (423430), and Telecommunications (517919), underscoring her expertise in procuring software development, systems integration, cybersecurity solutions, and IT infrastructure components. She routinely manages acquisitions for mission-critical platforms that support SSA’s digital transformation and service continuity.