Jake Anderson, Jr.

Jake Anderson, Jr. serves as a Contracting Officer within the Office of the Chief Procurement Officer at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, where he manages the acquisition of specialized professional services critical to advancing equitable housing access and regulatory compliance. His portfolio centers on technology-enabled solutions that support housing program integrity, data-driven policy analysis, and administrative modernization. Anderson oversees full and open competitions as well as socioeconomic set-asides, ensuring alignment with FAR guidelines and HUD’s mission to strengthen underwriting frameworks and combat housing insecurity through innovative procurement strategies. Anderson cultivates strategic partnerships with a diverse range of vendors, primarily engaging firms specializing in custom software development, systems design, and data analytics services. He works closely with both large-scale IT contractors and certified small businesses to deliver scalable, secure, and compliant digital solutions for HUD’s housing programs. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting, clear statement of work development, and rigorous vendor evaluation to ensure technical excellence and mission alignment. A strong advocate for socioeconomic inclusion, Anderson consistently applies set-aside authorities, with nearly half of his acquisitions structured to support small business participation. He actively utilizes HUBZone, 8(a), and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, reflecting a balanced commitment to equitable contracting opportunities. His pattern of awarding contracts under Total Small Business Set-Asides underscores his dedication to expanding market access for underserved entrepreneurs. His primary technical focus lies in NAICS 541519, 541511, and 541512, reflecting deep expertise in procuring custom computer programming, computer systems design, and related IT services. Anderson frequently acquires solutions for housing data analytics platforms, compliance automation tools, and administrative modernization systems, demonstrating a specialized command of the technical domains supporting HUD’s digital transformation and policy research initiatives.