Charlotte K Hunter

Charlotte K. Hunter serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex information technology acquisitions in support of federal mission objectives. She oversees the full lifecycle of procurement activities—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with FAR regulations and agency acquisition policies. Her portfolio primarily centers on professional services related to software development, systems integration, and digital infrastructure, making her a key liaison between technical stakeholders and vendor communities. Hunter’s work ensures timely, efficient, and compliant delivery of critical IT capabilities aligned with evolving government operational needs. While specific contractor names are not publicly identified, Hunter maintains a broad network of IT service providers, including both large prime contractors and small business subcontractors. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for competitive, open solicitations, with a strong emphasis on performance-based acquisition strategies. She routinely engages vendors through Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) vehicles and Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs) when appropriate, fostering agile and innovative solutions in a rapidly changing technology landscape. Hunter demonstrates a clear commitment to small business participation, with 16.7% of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Though the majority of her acquisitions remain unrestricted, she actively promotes small business inclusion through targeted market outreach, pre-solicitation conferences, and collaboration with Small Business Specialists. Her socioeconomic contracting approach prioritizes equitable access while maintaining rigorous performance standards. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services) and 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), reflecting deep expertise in enterprise software solutions, application development, and systems architecture. She also regularly procures services under NAICS 511210 (Software Publishers) and 519130 (Other Information Services), indicating proficiency in cloud-enabled platforms, data analytics tools, and digital content management systems. Hunter’s technical domain expertise spans modern software development lifecycles, DevOps practices, and federal cybersecurity compliance frameworks.