Kelley Kershner

Kelley S. Kershner serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and promoting efficient, transparent procurement practices. Her portfolio primarily encompasses professional services and technical support contracts, with a focus on information technology, healthcare infrastructure, and transportation-related services. Kershner collaborates closely with program offices to align contracting strategies with mission objectives, ensuring that acquisitions meet both operational needs and regulatory standards. While specific contractor names are not available, Kershner maintains a broad network of vendor partnerships across commercial and small business sectors. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach, engaging both large prime contractors and small business subcontractors to ensure competitive, innovative solutions. She routinely works with firms offering systems design, custom software development, and specialized technical services, fostering relationships built on performance accountability and regulatory adherence. Kershner demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with the majority of her acquisitions conducted under unrestricted competition (72.7%). However, she consistently leverages small business set-asides, particularly Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 (25.8%), and occasionally utilizes 8(a) competed contracts (1.5%). Her procurement approach reflects a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for small businesses while maintaining rigorous competition and value for the government. Her industry focus centers on information technology services, with significant activity in NAICS 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services) and 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), alongside notable procurement in healthcare (622110) and niche transportation sectors (481211). This technical specialization positions her as a subject matter expert in procuring complex IT systems, software development, and mission-critical support services for public sector operations.