Lori L Johnston

Lori L. Johnston serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA5000 673 Cons Lgc under the Department of the Air Force, where she manages the acquisition of critical infrastructure, facility services, and specialized equipment essential to sustaining Air Force operational readiness. Her portfolio encompasses construction, environmental remediation, medical and electrotherapeutic equipment, and aviation support services, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with mission-critical facility needs. Johnston plays a pivotal role in executing full-cycle contracting actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and contract administration—supporting both large-scale infrastructure projects and niche technical requirements across military installations. She maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including GIGABITER LLC, VINDICATOR TECHNOLOGIES, INC., YUKON EQUIPMENT, INC., and GLOBAL FINISHING SOLUTIONS LLC, partnering with firms experienced in facility modernization, audiovisual systems, and specialized equipment leasing. These vendor relationships reflect a preference for established contractors with proven capabilities in technical domains such as airport operations support and electrotherapeutic device integration, often involving complex performance-based specifications and delivery schedules tied to mission timelines. Johnston demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with over 42% of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate effort to expand economic opportunity within the defense supply base. While the majority of her acquisitions are open to all competitors, she strategically employs HUBZone set-asides when market conditions support it, aligning with broader DoD socioeconomic goals. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 711130 (Musical Groups and Artists), indicating a unique specialization in entertainment and morale, welfare, and recreation (MWR) services for Air Force personnel, alongside significant activity in airport operations support (488119) and audio/video equipment manufacturing (334310). This blend of operational and quality-of-life acquisitions underscores her expertise in balancing mission support with force readiness through diverse, technically nuanced contracting solutions.