Jason R McLaughlin

Jason R. McLaughlin serves as a Contract Negotiator responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle of professional, scientific, and technical services across federal procurement operations. In this role, he leads pre-award planning, solicitation development, source selection, and contract negotiation activities to ensure compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-aligned outcomes. His work directly supports the agency’s procurement mission by securing high-quality, cost-effective services that meet complex operational needs, with a primary focus on non-clinical, knowledge-based solutions. He routinely handles sole-source, competitive, and sealed-bid acquisitions under FAR Part 15 procedures, emphasizing performance-based contracting and clear statement of work development. McLaughlin maintains collaborative relationships with a broad spectrum of vendors specializing in professional services, including consulting firms, research organizations, and technical service providers. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he consistently engages with firms possessing demonstrated expertise in analytical, advisory, and systems support services. His negotiation approach prioritizes value, transparency, and long-term performance outcomes, fostering partnerships grounded in mutual accountability and regulatory compliance. His contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for unrestricted competition, with 100% of his acquisitions awarded under the “No Set-Aside” category. This indicates a deliberate focus on open market access and full and fair competition, rather than socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. His approach emphasizes technical merit and capability over socioeconomic criteria, aligning with mission-critical requirements that demand broad vendor participation. McLaughlin’s procurement activity is exclusively concentrated under NAICS 541990—All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services—encompassing a wide array of specialized support functions including policy analysis, program evaluation, technical consulting, and operational research. He procures services requiring advanced analytical capabilities, subject-matter expertise, and adaptive problem-solving, positioning him at the intersection of government strategy and professional service delivery.