Victor S. Yocco

Victor S. Yocco serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisitions in scientific and technical research domains. He plays a pivotal role in executing the agency’s procurement mission by ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing mission-critical R&D objectives. His portfolio primarily consists of competitive and non-competitive contracts for engineering, physical sciences, and life sciences research services, including laboratory support, data analysis, and technical consulting. Yocco’s expertise lies in structuring performance-based acquisitions that align with federal innovation priorities and ensure rigorous oversight of contractor deliverables. While specific contractor relationships are not publicly detailed, Yocco engages with a diverse range of vendors, including established research institutions, technical service providers, and small businesses capable of delivering specialized scientific expertise. His contracting approach emphasizes transparency, competition, and performance accountability, fostering long-term partnerships with firms that demonstrate technical proficiency and regulatory compliance. He routinely evaluates proposals based on technical merit, past performance, and organizational capacity to meet stringent scientific deliverables. Yocco demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 25% of his awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. His procurement patterns reflect a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for small businesses in high-skill technical fields, though he does not frequently utilize specialized socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. His approach balances equitable access with mission effectiveness, prioritizing capability over socioeconomic designation when awarding contracts. His primary focus is on NAICS 541712—Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)—indicating deep expertise in procuring advanced scientific services. He regularly acquires R&D support for experimental design, prototype development, and analytical testing across engineering disciplines and biological systems, making him a key liaison between federal science goals and the contractor community delivering cutting-edge technical solutions.