Yolanda Cooper

Yolanda Cooper is a procurement professional responsible for managing acquisitions in the federal information technology sector, with a strong emphasis on software development and digital services. She plays a critical role in advancing the agency’s mission by sourcing innovative technology solutions that support operational efficiency and mission-critical systems. Her portfolio primarily encompasses software publishing and computer-related professional services, ensuring the agency accesses cutting-edge capabilities through compliant, performance-based contracting methods. She routinely oversees the full acquisition lifecycle, from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration, aligning procurements with federal regulatory frameworks and strategic technology priorities. Cooper engages with a diverse pool of vendors, primarily software publishers and IT service providers specializing in custom application development, data analytics, and systems integration. While no single contractor dominates her award profile, her contracting patterns reflect consistent collaboration with mid-tier and small technology firms capable of delivering agile, scalable solutions. She fosters collaborative vendor relationships grounded in transparency and performance accountability, often leveraging indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) and other flexible contract vehicles to meet evolving operational needs. Her procurement strategy prioritizes small business participation, with approximately one-third of her awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate commitment to expanding economic opportunity and fostering innovation through socioeconomic contracting, though she does not currently focus on specialized set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. Her approach balances compliance with market responsiveness, ensuring broad competition while advancing federal small business goals. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 513210 (Software Publishers), where she acquires commercial off-the-shelf and custom-developed software solutions. She also regularly procures services under NAICS 513199 (All Other Publishers) and 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), indicating expertise in content delivery platforms, digital publishing tools, and specialized IT consulting. Her domain expertise centers on enterprise software, data management systems, and mission-support applications, making her a key liaison between technical requirements and procurement execution.