Frederick Little

Frederick Little serves as a Contracting Officer for the Community Survivor Assistance SEC under the Federal Emergency Management Agency, where he leads the acquisition of mission-critical services that enable rapid response and sustainable recovery for disaster-affected populations. His portfolio centers on securing temporary housing infrastructure, operational support systems, and survivor-centric services aligned with FEMA’s mandate to restore dignity and functionality in emergency contexts. He manages full lifecycle procurements—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, and federal emergency authorities. His acquisitions are strategically designed for scalability, mobility, and rapid deployment, often under time-sensitive conditions following major incidents. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Little maintains a broad network of vendors capable of delivering specialized services under urgent operational timelines. He engages with firms possessing proven experience in modular housing logistics, translation services for non-English-speaking survivors, and geospatial mapping for damage assessment and resource allocation. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, clear deliverables, and vendor accountability, fostering partnerships with both large-capacity providers and agile small businesses capable of responsive execution. Little exhibits a strong preference for open competition, with 83.3% of his acquisitions conducted without set-asides, reflecting a focus on maximizing competition and capability. However, he consistently reserves 16.7% of opportunities for Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to small business inclusion without compromising mission readiness. His socioeconomic strategy prioritizes broad access over narrow certifications, ensuring a diverse pool of qualified vendors can contribute to emergency response efforts. His primary NAICS focus includes 561431 (Private Mail Centers), reflecting demand for secure, scalable communication and document logistics hubs; 541930 (Translation and Interpretation Services), critical for multilingual survivor support; and 541370 (Surveying and Mapping Services), essential for situational awareness and infrastructure planning. These domains underscore his technical expertise in procuring services that bridge communication gaps, enable data-driven decision-making, and support the operational backbone of disaster recovery.