John H. Young

John H. Young serves as a Supervisory Contract Specialist, overseeing the planning, solicitation, and award of complex acquisitions to support critical government operations. In this leadership role, he ensures compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and promotes transparent, competitive procurement practices. He manages a diverse portfolio of service-based contracts, primarily in professional, technical, and IT support domains, guiding junior specialists through the full lifecycle of procurement—from market research and requirement development to contract execution and closeout. His work directly supports mission-critical agency functions by securing high-quality services that align with strategic objectives and regulatory mandates. While specific contractor names are not available, John consistently engages with a broad spectrum of vendors, including large service providers and small businesses, fostering competitive environments that encourage innovation and value. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for open competition, with the majority of acquisitions conducted under full and open competition. He maintains collaborative relationships with industry stakeholders through pre-solicitation outreach and market engagement, ensuring requirements are realistic and achievable while promoting fair access for all eligible vendors. John demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 18% of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Though he rarely utilizes specialized socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, his consistent use of small business set-asides reflects a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small businesses across a wide range of service categories. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 518210 (computing infrastructure and data processing services) and 541110 (legal services), each accounting for 12% of his portfolio. He also regularly acquires professional consulting services under 541690, along with training services under 611430 and travel support under 561510. His expertise lies in procuring technical, administrative, and professional services that require nuanced requirements development and risk mitigation strategies.