Michael J. Young

Michael J. Young serves as a Contracting Officer for the Federal Bureau of Investigation, specifically within the FBI-JEH office (Agency Code 15F067), where he is responsible for managing the acquisition of critical technical services supporting national security and forensic operations. His portfolio centers on advanced computer-related services essential to digital intelligence, evidence analysis, and secure communications infrastructure. He ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while aligning acquisitions with the FBI’s strategic priorities in modernizing forensic laboratory capabilities and enhancing cyber-enabled investigative tools. His work directly supports the agency’s mission to uphold the integrity of evidence systems through technically rigorous and secure procurement practices. Mr. Young maintains a focused contracting relationship with VISTA OUTDOOR SALES LLC and SOUTHERN POLICE EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC., both of which provide specialized technical support and equipment integration services aligned with FBI operational needs. These partnerships reflect a preference for established vendors with proven expertise in law enforcement technology systems, including secure data handling, forensic software platforms, and mission-critical instrumentation support. His contracting approach emphasizes reliability, technical compliance, and continuity of service over broad vendor diversification. Mr. Young’s procurement activity reflects a 100% non-set-aside pattern, indicating a focus on full and open competition without socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB preferences. This approach prioritizes technical capability and mission readiness over socioeconomic criteria, consistent with the FBI’s operational imperatives for high-assurance systems and sensitive mission environments. His primary procurement focus is exclusively under NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), encompassing custom software development, data analytics platforms, digital forensics tooling, and secure systems integration. He procures advanced technical services that enable the FBI to process digital evidence, enhance cyber investigative capabilities, and maintain the integrity of forensic data chains, demonstrating deep domain expertise in law enforcement technology ecosystems.