James S. Vaughan

James S. Vaughan serves as a Small Business Specialist, playing a pivotal role in advancing socioeconomic contracting goals within federal procurement. He supports acquisition teams by identifying and facilitating opportunities for small businesses to compete for government contracts, ensuring compliance with FAR Part 19 and promoting equitable access to federal spending. His work centers on structuring solicitations that maximize small business participation while maintaining competitive integrity, particularly in technical and professional service categories. Vaughan typically handles complex acquisitions involving professional, scientific, and manufacturing services, working closely with contracting officers to align solicitation language with small business eligibility criteria. While specific contractor relationships are not publicly enumerated, Vaughan’s procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with small businesses certified under various socioeconomic programs, particularly those qualifying under Total Small Business Set-Asides. He fosters partnerships with firms that demonstrate capacity in specialized technical domains, encouraging new entrants and disadvantaged businesses to compete. His approach emphasizes mentorship, pre-solicitation outreach, and clear eligibility guidance to enhance vendor readiness and reduce barriers to entry. Vaughan demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 38.5% of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate strategy to prioritize small business eligibility over unrestricted competitions. His set-aside preferences favor broad small business inclusion rather than narrow socioeconomic categories, suggesting a focus on capacity-building across the small business ecosystem rather than targeting specific designations like 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 325320 (pesticide and agricultural chemical manufacturing), 921190 (general government support), and 541512 (computer systems design services), indicating expertise in both industrial and IT-related services. He frequently procures technical support, research services, and specialized chemical products, demonstrating a nuanced understanding of both manufacturing supply chains and professional service delivery in government operations.