Gary M. Orr

Gary M. Orr serves as a key procurement professional within the Procurement Directorate Contracting Division of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, where he supports the agency’s operational readiness through the acquisition of mission-critical services and equipment essential to border security and canine enforcement programs. His responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of contracts for specialized detection systems, facility security infrastructure, and support services that sustain the Border Patrol’s K9 units and analytical capabilities. Orr focuses on high-integrity, low-latency procurement actions that align with national security priorities, ensuring timely delivery of technical and operational resources to frontline personnel. Orr maintains collaborative relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses specializing in security systems integration, canine training support, and advanced sensor maintenance. He frequently engages with contractors offering tailored solutions in behavioral detection technologies, field-deployable analytics, and facility hardening services. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and vendor accountability, fostering long-term partnerships with firms capable of rapid deployment and mission adaptability in austere environments. A staunch advocate for socioeconomic inclusion, Orr consistently prioritizes small business participation, with approximately 70% of his portfolio designated for total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, and an additional 5% reserved for women-owned small businesses. His contracting patterns reflect a deliberate strategy to cultivate capacity within underserved vendor communities, ensuring equitable access to federal opportunities while maintaining rigorous performance standards. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS categories including 541519 (other computer-related services) for data analytics and surveillance support, 561621 (security systems services) for perimeter and facility protection, and 812910 (pet care services) for canine health and training support. He also regularly procures specialized equipment through 424350 (clothing and accessories wholesale) for protective gear and 624190 (individual and family services) for behavioral and logistical support. Orr’s expertise spans technical domains critical to border security operations, with deep familiarity in detection systems, canine program logistics, and integrated security infrastructure.