Aaron Francom

Aaron Francom serves as a procurement professional within Salt Lake City’s public works and infrastructure division, overseeing acquisitions aligned with the city’s mission to modernize urban systems and ensure operational resilience. Though his official title is not publicly disclosed, his role centers on managing non-traditional service contracts that support cultural, artistic, and community engagement initiatives under the NAICS 711510 classification. He plays a critical part in translating municipal goals into targeted procurement actions that enhance public experience through performance-based contracting, often involving independent artists, event producers, and cultural consultants who deliver public-facing programming and civic enrichment services. Francom’s contractor relationships are primarily with independent contractors and sole proprietors in the creative and performing arts sectors, including freelance designers, theatrical producers, and community-based performers. He engages vendors through competitive sealed bidding and small purchase procedures, prioritizing flexibility and local talent over large institutional providers. His procurement pattern reflects a preference for agile, project-based engagements rather than long-term service agreements, fostering direct partnerships with individual practitioners who deliver time-sensitive civic events and public art installations. Notably, Francom does not utilize any socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of his acquisitions awarded under general competition. This reflects a deliberate strategy to prioritize merit-based selection and open access for independent contractors, regardless of business size or certification status. His approach supports a broad ecosystem of individual creators rather than institutionalized small business programs. His primary technical domain is NAICS 711510, focusing on the procurement of independent artistic and cultural services—such as public performances, temporary installations, community workshops, and civic storytelling initiatives. Francom’s expertise lies in evaluating qualitative deliverables, performance metrics, and community impact outcomes, making him a key liaison between Salt Lake City’s infrastructure goals and its cultural vitality.