Vincent A. Young

Vincent A. Young serves as a Contract Specialist at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center under the Department of the Navy, where he plays a pivotal role in securing critical shipbuilding and repair capabilities essential to fleet readiness. He manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions for naval surface platforms, focusing on structural metal systems, mechanical subsystems, and industrial support services that ensure the integrity and operational functionality of naval vessels. His portfolio is centered on complex, mission-critical procurements governed by FAR and DFARS, often involving technical specifications for shipyard modernization and maintenance infrastructure. Young maintains consistent contracting relationships with key industrial partners including Fairlead Boatworks, Inc., General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc., Howard W. Pence, Inc., and Kampi Components Co., Inc., reflecting a preference for established vendors with proven expertise in naval fabrication, systems integration, and technical consulting. His working model emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical compliance, quality assurance, and timely delivery of components critical to shipyard sustainment operations. His procurement strategy reflects a strong commitment to small business participation, with 42.9% of his awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for qualified small firms in the defense industrial base. While no set-aside programs dominate his portfolio, his consistent use of small business set-asides underscores a balanced approach to leveraging both capable small entities and experienced large contractors. His primary technical focus lies in NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), which accounts for over 70% of his acquisitions, complemented by procurement in metal window and door manufacturing (332321) and administrative management consulting (541611). This specialization highlights his expertise in integrated industrial support, structural fabrication, and operational readiness services critical to naval surface fleet sustainment.