Anthia Gibson

Anthia Gibson serves as a Contracting Officer for FA4417 1 Socons under the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in acquiring mission-critical communications, navigation, and base defense systems that sustain and modernize airpower capabilities. She manages the full lifecycle of complex procurements, including solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration for advanced radio and wireless equipment, aeronautical navigation technologies, and integrated security infrastructure. Her work directly supports operational readiness by ensuring timely delivery of secure, high-performance systems essential to air operations. Gibson maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including AANTILIA LLC, MARRERO, COUVILLON & ASSOCIATES, L.L.C., MATTHES PARKER LLC, L1 ENTERPRISES INCORPORATED, and WALCO ENTERPRISES INC. These partnerships reflect a preference for established vendors with proven expertise in defense communications, systems integration, and technical support services. Her procurement approach emphasizes reliability, technical compliance, and performance history, fostering long-term vendor collaboration while maintaining strict adherence to federal acquisition regulations. A strong advocate for small business participation, Gibson consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides, with over 55% of her awards designated for small businesses under FAR 19.5. Her contracting patterns reflect a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic programs, regularly utilizing set-asides to empower small, disadvantaged, and veteran-owned firms without compromising mission requirements. This balanced approach ensures broad vendor access while maintaining acquisition integrity. Her technical focus centers on NAICS 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing), with additional emphasis on 511210 (Software Publishers) and 811219 (Other Personal and Household Goods Repair and Maintenance). She specializes in procuring secure wireless infrastructure, embedded communication systems, and mission-critical software solutions, demonstrating deep familiarity with DoD technical standards and cybersecurity compliance frameworks.