Charlene M. Bunting

Charlene M. Bunting serves as a primary contracting professional within the Administration Facilities Training Contracting Division of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, where she manages acquisitions critical to sustaining the operational infrastructure supporting border security missions. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of facility-related contracts, including maintenance, engineering services, and support systems essential to the functionality and safety of CBP’s physical assets. She specializes in procuring services that ensure the readiness of facilities infrastructure, with a focus on modernization, compliance, and mission-critical operations under the Department of Homeland Security’s strategic objectives. While specific contractor names are not available, Bunting’s procurement patterns reflect engagement with a diverse pool of vendors, including general contractors, facility management firms, and technical service providers. Her working relationships emphasize performance-based contracting and outcomes-driven deliverables, often requiring compliance with federal facility standards and sustainability requirements. She collaborates with both large-capacity contractors and qualified small businesses to ensure reliable, scalable service delivery across CBP’s nationwide footprint. Bunting demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 30% of her acquisitions designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. Her portfolio consistently prioritizes small business participation, aligning with federal goals to expand economic opportunity while maintaining high standards of service quality. Although no specific 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB preferences are dominant, her reliance on small business set-asides signals a deliberate strategy to foster competitive, resilient supply chains. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 812930 (Parking Lots and Garages), reflecting her oversight of critical site infrastructure, complemented by significant activity in NAICS 425120 (Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers) for facility-related supply chain coordination and NAICS 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services) for integrated facility management systems. This blend underscores her expertise in both physical infrastructure and digital enablement for operational efficiency.