Lesly Ferdinand

Lesly Ferdinand serves as a Contracting Specialist within Hq USASOC Contracting (H92239), supporting the U.S. Army Special Operations Command’s mission to equip and sustain elite special operations forces through mission-critical acquisitions. She manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on professional and management development training, educational support services, and specialized instructional programs that enhance tactical proficiency and doctrinal readiness. Her work centers on procuring high-integrity solutions that align with SOF operational requirements, including advanced training systems, simulation technologies, and mission-enabling educational platforms. Lesly maintains consistent partnerships with key contractors including AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, SOF LANDING LLC, TERRESTRIS, LLC, and STRATEGIC SOLUTIONS UNLIMITED, INC. These relationships reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in defense training systems, geospatial analytics, and special operations-specific logistics. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, leveraging both established defense contractors and agile small businesses to meet rapidly evolving operational needs. Her procurement strategy reflects a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with approximately half of her actions designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, and the other half open to all competitors. This deliberate balance ensures competitive rigor while actively fostering opportunities for small businesses, particularly those with specialized capabilities in defense education and mission support services. Lesly’s primary NAICS focus areas are 334511 (aeronautical and navigation system manufacturing) and 511130 (other information services), indicating a strong emphasis on advanced training technologies, mission planning systems, and digital learning platforms. She routinely procures specialized instrumentation, simulation hardware, and secure information systems tailored to the unique demands of special operations forces, demonstrating deep technical expertise in defense-related instructional technology and operational support domains.