Adam J. Young

Adam J. Young serves as a procurement professional responsible for managing technical acquisitions in support of specialized instrumentation and communications systems. His work directly advances the agency’s mission to acquire high-precision electronic equipment for measurement, testing, and signal analysis applications. He typically handles complex solicitations under full and open competition as well as small business set-asides, ensuring compliance with FAR Part 19 and technical evaluation criteria for engineering-grade components. His acquisitions span the full lifecycle—from requirements definition through contract award and performance monitoring—focusing on mission-critical systems that support national infrastructure and technical operations. Young maintains a balanced procurement approach, engaging both large-tier manufacturers and small business vendors without exclusive reliance on any single contractor. His working relationships are characterized by consistent engagement with firms possessing specialized expertise in electronic component design, test equipment fabrication, and communications hardware development. He prioritizes vendors with proven technical capability, ISO certification, and relevant ITAR/EAR compliance, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in performance reliability and regulatory adherence. A strong advocate for small business participation, Young consistently allocates nearly half of his portfolio to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate strategy to cultivate innovation and capacity within the small business industrial base. While he does not favor specific socioeconomic categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB in isolation, his pattern demonstrates a clear preference for small business eligibility under the broader total small business set-aside framework, promoting equitable access without compromising technical rigor. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334515 (instrument manufacturing for electrical measurement), 334290 (communications equipment), and 334419 (electronic components), with secondary activity in data services (511210). He procures precision sensors, signal conditioning modules, embedded communication systems, and custom test fixtures, demonstrating deep familiarity with analog/digital electronics, RF systems, and industrial instrumentation standards.