Yazmin Mendoza

Yazmin Mendoza serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements development and market research to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and advancing the agency’s mission through efficient, transparent, and legally sound procurement practices. Her portfolio primarily encompasses industrial supply and utility infrastructure contracts, with a focus on chemical manufacturing, natural gas distribution, and water systems procurement. Mendoza is known for her methodical approach to solicitation drafting, source selection, and post-award contract management, ensuring alignment with statutory mandates and agency objectives. While specific contractor names are not available, Mendoza routinely engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including large industrial suppliers and small businesses specializing in chemical distribution, gas infrastructure, and water system components. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for competitive sealed bidding and negotiated acquisitions under FAR Part 15, often leveraging simplified acquisition procedures for lower-value requirements. She maintains strong working relationships with suppliers possessing relevant technical certifications and demonstrated performance in regulated industrial sectors. Mendoza exhibits a clear commitment to small business participation, with nearly 17.6% of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Though she primarily conducts acquisitions without set-asides (82.3%), her consistent use of small business set-asides demonstrates active support for socioeconomic goals, particularly for businesses certified under the Small Business Administration’s programs. Her contracting approach prioritizes fair competition while ensuring broad vendor access and compliance with small business utilization targets. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 423930 (recyclable material wholesale), 221210 (natural gas distribution), 325120 (industrial gas manufacturing), 325180 (basic inorganic chemical manufacturing), and 221310 (water supply systems). This technical specialization reflects deep expertise in procuring hazardous and non-hazardous industrial materials, energy infrastructure, and utility-grade equipment, requiring familiarity with DOT, EPA, and OSHA regulatory frameworks.