Lashawn Haggins

Lashawn Haggins serves as a primary procurement lead within the Program Support Center’s Acquisition Management Service, supporting the Department of Health and Human Services in securing critical technical and administrative services that underpin national public health initiatives. Responsible for managing complex acquisitions across biomedical research infrastructure and operational support systems, Haggins specializes in procuring advanced computing solutions, laboratory testing services, and management consulting capabilities essential to advancing scientific missions. Their work ensures timely delivery of mission-critical resources through full and open competition and targeted small business set-asides, aligning with the agency’s strategic focus on modernizing health data systems and research capabilities. Haggins maintains consistent procurement relationships with key contractors including Science Applications International Corporation and SARA Software Systems LLC, both recognized for their expertise in high-performance computing, bioinformatics, and health data management platforms. These partnerships reflect a preference for established vendors with proven capabilities in delivering secure, scalable technical solutions, while also engaging smaller niche providers for specialized software and laboratory support services. The working relationships are characterized by long-term contract performance, technical collaboration, and adherence to federal acquisition regulations. Haggins demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 38.5% of acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. While no other socioeconomic set-asides dominate the portfolio, the consistent use of small business set-asides signals a deliberate strategy to foster innovation and broaden vendor diversity in health-focused procurement. This approach supports equitable access to federal contracts while maintaining rigorous performance standards. The primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services), followed by 511210 (Software Publishers) and 541519 (Other Computer-Related Services). Haggins routinely acquires laboratory diagnostics, data analytics platforms, custom software development, and specialized computing hardware, reflecting deep expertise in biomedical research infrastructure and health information technology domains.