Alan Zhang

Alan Zhang serves as a procurement specialist within the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, supporting the agency’s mission to deliver safe, resilient, and efficient public infrastructure. He manages the acquisition of electrical contracting services critical to the rehabilitation and modernization of county-wide transportation networks, stormwater systems, and public works facilities. His responsibilities include developing solicitation documents, evaluating technical proposals, and ensuring compliance with federal and state procurement regulations. Zhang’s portfolio is exclusively focused on infrastructure-related electrical installations, aligning closely with the department’s capital improvement priorities and long-term asset management strategy. Zhang maintains a streamlined contracting process with a broad base of qualified electrical contractors and wiring installation specialists across Southern California. While no single vendor dominates his award portfolio, he consistently engages firms with proven experience in commercial and municipal electrical systems, including high-voltage distribution, lighting retrofits, and smart grid integration. His working relationships are characterized by technical rigor, competitive bidding, and a strong emphasis on contractor performance history and safety compliance. Zhang’s procurement strategy reflects a clear preference for open competition, with 100% of acquisitions issued under the No Set-Aside category. He does not currently prioritize socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, instead emphasizing technical capability, past performance, and compliance with California labor and safety standards. This approach ensures access to the broadest possible pool of qualified vendors while maintaining alignment with the department’s infrastructure delivery timelines. His primary technical focus is NAICS 238210—Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors—encompassing new construction, upgrades to aging electrical infrastructure, and retrofitting public facilities to meet modern energy efficiency and code requirements. Zhang’s expertise lies in procuring complex electrical systems for public right-of-way projects, including traffic signalization, street lighting, and substation upgrades, demonstrating deep familiarity with utility coordination and field installation standards.