Anita L. Guadiano

Anita L. Guadiano serves as a Contracting Officer within the Dha Enterprise Medical Support (EMS-CD) under the Defense Health Agency, where she is responsible for managing the acquisition of enterprise-level health IT solutions that support clinical operations and administrative modernization across the Department of Defense. Her portfolio centers on securing scalable, secure, and interoperable software services critical to maintaining operational readiness and data-driven health outcomes for military personnel and their families. She oversees full lifecycle contracting activities—from market research and solicitation development to award and performance management—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-critical cybersecurity standards. While specific contractor names are not disclosed in available records, Ms. Guadiano maintains a robust network of vendor partnerships with firms specializing in health information technology, clinical workflow automation, and enterprise data analytics. Her procurement approach emphasizes collaboration with innovative providers capable of delivering agile, cloud-based solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing DoD health systems. She fosters long-term relationships with vendors who demonstrate technical proficiency, compliance with NIST and HIPAA frameworks, and a commitment to continuous service improvement. Ms. Guadiano exhibits a strong and consistent commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 100% of her acquisitions set aside exclusively for small businesses under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small businesses in the defense health technology sector, ensuring diverse perspectives and competitive innovation in the procurement pipeline. Her contracting patterns prioritize equitable access and capacity-building among small business contractors without reliance on other set-aside programs such as 8(a) or HUBZone. Her primary procurement focus is on NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), encompassing custom software development, health IT consulting, system integration, and managed IT services for clinical and administrative platforms. She specializes in acquiring solutions that enhance electronic health record interoperability, telehealth infrastructure, and secure data exchange systems, demonstrating deep technical expertise in the domain of defense health information technology.