Franni O'Hara

Franni O’Hara serves as a key procurement professional within GSA’s Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) Region 1, supporting mission-critical acquisitions for federal agencies requiring advanced technical solutions in support of national security and public safety. Responsible for managing complex contracting actions under NAICS 541511, O’Hara specializes in the acquisition of custom computer programming services essential to CBRN defense systems, secure communications platforms, and operational software integrations for high-risk environments. Her work directly enables federal stakeholders to deploy tailored software solutions that enhance situational awareness, data interoperability, and response capabilities in emergency and defense operations. O’Hara collaborates with a diverse array of technology service providers, including firms with deep expertise in defense-grade software development, systems integration, and secure coding practices. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, her contracting patterns reflect consistent engagement with vendors possessing cybersecurity certifications, DoD compliance experience, and proven track records in delivering mission-critical applications under strict federal standards. Her approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and rigorous technical evaluation to ensure solutions meet operational demands in austere environments. O’Hara’s procurement activity is exclusively non-set-aside, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic alignment with the agency’s need for rapid access to specialized technical talent and scalable software capabilities, prioritizing technical merit and mission readiness over socioeconomic preferences. While small business participation is not formally targeted, her contracting framework remains compliant with all federal acquisition regulations and open to qualified small businesses that meet stringent technical requirements. Her primary focus lies in NAICS 541511, where she procures bespoke software development, system modernization, and real-time data processing solutions for CBRN detection systems, protective apparel integration platforms, and command-and-control interfaces. O’Hara’s expertise centers on the intersection of software engineering and operational safety, ensuring that every acquisition enhances the effectiveness and resilience of federal personnel in high-consequence missions.