Lorraine A. Hanson

Lorraine A. Brandon supports the procurement mission of FA5240 36 Cons Lgc, a critical unit under the Department of the Air Force responsible for sustaining operational readiness at air force installations. She manages acquisitions for maintenance, communications, and infrastructure services essential to mission-critical facilities, with a focus on facility modernization, equipment repair, and logistics support systems. Her work ensures the continued functionality of airborne and ground support infrastructure through timely, compliant contract actions that align with Air Force readiness objectives. She routinely handles complex procurements involving specialized manufacturing, technical equipment, and facility-related services under FAR Part 13 and Part 36 procedures. Brandon maintains consistent relationships with key contractors including PACIFIC RIM CONSTRUCTORS INC, GOCRAFTS LLC, DOCOMO PACIFIC, INC., M-80 SYSTEMS, INC., and MIC INDUSTRIES INC, reflecting a preference for vendors with proven expertise in defense-compatible manufacturing and installation services. Her contracting patterns emphasize reliable, repeat partners with demonstrated capacity in technical delivery and compliance with military standards, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in performance accountability and quality assurance. Her procurement strategy prioritizes small business participation, with 70% of acquisitions set aside for total small businesses under FAR 19.5, and an additional 10% reserved for women-owned small businesses. This reflects a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals, fostering opportunities for qualified small firms while ensuring competitive, responsive sourcing aligned with DoD resilience objectives. Brandon’s technical focus centers on NAICS 337215 (showcase and locker manufacturing), 334310 (audio and video equipment), and 333921 (elevator and moving stairway manufacturing), indicating expertise in procuring specialized facility components and communication infrastructure. She regularly acquires custom-built enclosures, secure audiovisual systems, and mechanical support equipment critical to base operations, demonstrating deep familiarity with defense-specific technical specifications and installation requirements.