Danielle Dunn

Danielle Dunn serves as a Project Manager within GSA’s Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) Region 1, where she leads the acquisition of mission-critical technical solutions supporting national security and public safety operations. Her portfolio centers on procuring advanced communications systems, CBRN defense equipment, and specialized apparel for high-risk environments, ensuring federal agencies receive reliable, standards-compliant capabilities. She manages the full lifecycle of complex procurements—from requirements validation and market research to contract award and performance oversight—aligning acquisitions with GSA’s mandate to deliver innovative, secure, and scalable solutions to federal stakeholders. Danielle collaborates with a diverse array of contractors, primarily engineering firms, R&D specialists, and logistics consultants with proven expertise in defense and public safety domains. While no single vendor dominates her award portfolio, she consistently engages with firms possessing technical certifications in CBRN systems, ruggedized communications, and operational apparel manufacturing. Her working relationships emphasize performance-based contracting, technical compliance, and rigorous vendor evaluation under FAR Part 15 procedures, fostering partnerships grounded in innovation and mission readiness. Danielle’s contracting approach reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 75% of her actions conducted without set-asides. However, she actively supports small business participation, dedicating 25% of her acquisitions to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. She prioritizes capability over socioeconomic designation, but consistently evaluates qualified small businesses for their technical merit and past performance, reinforcing GSA’s commitment to broad-based vendor engagement. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541712 (R&D in physical and engineering sciences), where she sources cutting-edge CBRN detection technologies and protective system innovations. She also regularly procures management and logistics consulting services under NAICS 541611 and 541614 to optimize supply chain resilience and operational efficiency. Her domain expertise spans technical specifications for hazardous environment gear, compliance with MIL-STD and NFPA standards, and integration of next-generation sensor systems into federal operational frameworks.