Ian A. Young

Ian A. Young serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement development and market research to contract award and administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports the agency’s mission by facilitating timely, transparent, and efficient procurement of essential services. His portfolio primarily includes professional, technical, and public health-related contracts, with a focus on ensuring fiscal responsibility and regulatory adherence across all phases of contracting. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable in the data, Young consistently engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses and professional service providers, to meet mission-critical needs. His procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding, fair and open competition, and vendor performance accountability, fostering strong working relationships grounded in compliance and operational clarity. Young demonstrates a strong preference for unrestricted competitions, with 92.3% of his awards issued under the “No Set-Aside” category, reflecting a focus on broad market access. However, he maintains a measurable commitment to small business participation, with 7.7% of awards allocated to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, indicating deliberate efforts to support small business inclusion where appropriate and permissible. His primary NAICS focus areas include Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230), Administration of Public Health Programs (923120), and All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990), with additional activity in Custom Computer Programming Services (541511) and Information Services (519130). This specialization reflects expertise in procuring health program support, technical consulting, and emergency response services, positioning him as a key liaison between operational needs and the professional services marketplace.