Fred D. Hersom

Fred D. Hersom serves as a key procurement professional within the General Services Administration’s Federal Acquisition Service, Region 9, where he manages the acquisition of mission-critical information technology services to support federal agency operations. His work centers on securing computer facilities management services under NAICS 541513, ensuring that federal clients receive reliable, scalable, and secure infrastructure support for data centers, network operations, and system maintenance. Hersom plays a vital role in advancing GSA’s mission to enable digital transformation and operational resilience across the federal landscape by delivering high-performance IT services that sustain workforce productivity and mission continuity. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, Hersom consistently engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including large systems integrators and small business concerns, to fulfill complex IT infrastructure requirements. His contracting approach emphasizes competitive solicitation and performance-based outcomes, fostering partnerships with firms capable of delivering managed services, cloud-enabled facilities, and cybersecurity-compliant operations. He maintains a vendor ecosystem that prioritizes technical proficiency, compliance with FedRAMP and NIST standards, and proven experience in federal IT environments. Hersom demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 40% of his acquisitions structured as 8(a) competed set-asides, reflecting a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for disadvantaged small businesses. The remaining 60% are open to all competitors, ensuring market-wide competition while maintaining robust small business participation. His contracting patterns align with GSA’s broader goals of inclusive economic growth and equitable access to federal opportunities. His primary technical focus is on computer facilities management services, encompassing data center operations, server provisioning, network monitoring, and IT asset lifecycle support. Hersom’s expertise lies in procuring managed services that ensure continuous uptime, regulatory compliance, and modernization of federal IT infrastructure, making him a critical enabler of digital transformation across federal agencies.