Von L. Vaughan

Von L. Vaughan serves as a Contracting Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration. In this role, Vaughan supports the agency’s mission by ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation while delivering mission-critical goods and services through efficient, transparent procurement processes. Their portfolio primarily consists of non-defense, administrative, and technology-related procurements, with a strong emphasis on information services, data management, and technical support solutions. Vaughan is known for structured, risk-aware contracting practices that prioritize regulatory adherence and value for the government. While specific contractor relationships are not publicly identifiable due to limited award data, Vaughan’s procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with a broad base of vendors, including both large-capability firms and small businesses, particularly in niche technical service sectors. Their contracting approach reflects a preference for competitive, open-market solicitations, with limited use of sole-source or non-competitive mechanisms, suggesting a commitment to fair and open competition as the default procurement method. Vaughan’s set-aside preferences reveal a strong orientation toward open competition, with 95.7% of acquisitions conducted without socioeconomic set-asides. However, they do allocate 4.3% of awards to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a measured but deliberate commitment to small business participation. This pattern suggests a balanced approach—prioritizing competition while ensuring small businesses have targeted opportunities when market conditions support it. The primary NAICS codes Vaughan focuses on include 511210 (Software Publishers), 811219 (Other Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance), 519130 (Internet Publishing and Broadcasting), 334210 (Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing), and 519210 (Libraries and Archives). These reflect expertise in procuring software development, telecommunications hardware, digital content services, and technical maintenance solutions, indicating a specialization in information technology infrastructure and public service support systems.