Linda J. Flatley

Linda J. Flatley serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex information technology and professional services acquisitions. She plays a pivotal role in executing the agency’s procurement mission by ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while delivering mission-critical solutions through competitive and transparent processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses custom software development, systems design, and management consulting services, with a strong emphasis on performance-based contracting and risk mitigation in technical environments. Flatley is known for her strategic approach to solicitation design and contract administration, ensuring alignment with evolving technology standards and operational requirements. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, Flatley maintains a broad network of vendor partnerships with firms specializing in software engineering, systems integration, and technical consulting. Her procurement patterns reflect a preference for established industry participants with proven technical capabilities, alongside consistent engagement with small businesses that meet set-aside criteria. She fosters collaborative relationships with contractors through clear performance metrics, post-award oversight, and proactive communication, promoting accountability and innovation across the vendor base. Flatley’s contracting activity is overwhelmingly non-set-aside, with 90.9% of awards issued under full and open competition. However, she demonstrates a deliberate commitment to small business participation, allocating 9.1% of her portfolio to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a balanced approach—prioritizing market competitiveness while ensuring equitable opportunities for qualified small businesses to contribute to mission outcomes. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), which accounts for 72.7% of her activity, followed by related categories including Computer Systems Design Services and Industrial Design Services. She specializes in acquiring software development, application modernization, and user-centered design solutions, demonstrating deep expertise in digital transformation, systems architecture, and technical requirements definition within mission-critical environments.