Key Points:
- Streamlined Procurement Reduces Staffing Burden: JOC is an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) construction delivery method that allows organizations to complete multiple projects under a single competitively awarded contract. This eliminates the need to bid each project individually, significantly reducing administrative workload and enabling faster project starts—even with limited staff.
- Efficient Project Management with Fewer Resources: JOC shortens project delivery timelines by up to 25% and requires fewer personnel compared to traditional procurement methods. Gordian supports this with a cloud-based project management platform and expert guidance, helping organizations maintain momentum even when internal staffing is stretched thin.
- Access to Qualified Local Contractors: Gordian’s JOC programs provide immediate access to vetted, high-performing local contractors. This performance-based model fosters collaboration and accountability, ensuring high-quality results without overburdening internal teams. Additionally, Gordian helps clients meet inclusion goals by engaging minority-owned and small businesses.
Across the federal government, from civilian agencies to military installations, staffing shortages have become a pressing challenge. Recent reductions in force (ROFs) driven by cost-cutting measures have left many offices stretched thin, struggling to maintain operations with fewer hands on deck. In this environment, finding innovative ways to keep projects moving forward is essential.
One powerful solution is Job Order Contracting (JOC), a procurement method that enables agencies and installations to complete a wide range of construction, repair and maintenance tasks quickly and efficiently. But beyond its speed and flexibility, JOC offers a critical advantage during times of limited staffing: managed support.
Managed JOC Services: An Extension of Your Team
With Gordian’s managed JOC services, federal agencies don’t have to shoulder the burden of project oversight alone. Gordian’s experienced staff step in to manage the day-to-day execution of JOC projects, acting as an extension of your workforce. This includes:
- Overseeing project execution to ensure timelines and quality standards are met.
- Managing contractor relationships, so your team doesn’t have to handle negotiations or coordination.
- Validating scopes and costs, ensuring transparency and fiscal responsibility.
This hands-on support allows federal employees to focus on mission-critical responsibilities while still advancing infrastructure and facility goals. Whether you’re maintaining a military base, upgrading a federal office or repairing public service facilities, managed JOC services help you do more with less.
Supporting Civilian and Military Needs Alike
While military branches often have robust contracting infrastructure, civilian agencies — especially those hit hardest by ROFs — may lack the bandwidth to manage even small-scale projects. This is especially true in the rush before fiscal year-end, when reduced staff numbers make it extremely difficult to responsibly allocate funds before the deadline.
In those times, having a reliable partner who can drive project execution enables agencies to keep their internal resources focused on high-level priorities. JOC bridges that gap, offering a scalable solution that adapts to your agency’s needs and staffing levels.
Don’t Overlook IGSA: A Strategic Option for Military Installations
Although not a fully managed JOC solution, Intergovernmental Service Agreements (IGSA) are another valuable tool, particularly for military installations. IGSA allows military bases to partner with local governments for services and infrastructure support, streamlining procurement and leveraging local expertise.
The end of the fiscal year is a strategic time to explore IGSA opportunities to maximize budget efficiency and project throughput. Because IGSA already fulfills all necessary Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements, installations can bypass the lengthy procurement process normally needed to set up a construction or maintenance contract and move directly into allocating funds. Plus, contractors available in the IGSA program are pre-vetted, so you can be confident that projects will be done right.
Interested in learning more about leveraging IGSA? Check out this report, which provides background on IGSA and details how it empowers installations to expedite construction and maintenance projects.
A Smarter Way to Get Work Done
In a time when federal agencies are being asked to do more with fewer resources, Job Order Contracting offers a lifeline. Managed JOC services empower your team to keep moving forward without burning out your remaining staff. Whether you’re facing a temporary staffing crunch or a long-term reduction, JOC helps ensure that essential work doesn’t fall through the cracks.
If your agency is feeling the strain, let’s talk about how JOC can help you stay on track.
