Ora L Bethea

Ora L. Bethea serves as a Specialized Contract Specialist responsible for managing complex procurement actions across a diverse range of technical and professional services. In this role, she ensures full compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing mission-critical objectives through transparent, competitive contracting processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses services related to electrical installation, advertising and marketing, professional training, and administrative support, requiring a nuanced understanding of both technical specifications and socioeconomic requirements. Bethea plays a pivotal role in aligning acquisition strategy with agency goals, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality services through rigorous market research and fair and open competition. While specific contractor names are not available, Bethea’s contracting patterns reflect consistent engagement with a broad spectrum of vendors, including small businesses, certified 8(a) firms, and general service providers. Her approach emphasizes collaborative vendor relationships built on clear performance expectations, contract administration discipline, and adherence to FAR guidelines. She frequently works with firms capable of delivering specialized technical services, particularly in infrastructure support and workforce development, fostering a vendor ecosystem that balances capability with compliance. Bethea demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with nearly equal portions of her awards structured as 8(a) competed set-asides and non-set-aside competitions, alongside a meaningful 14.3% allocated to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This balanced approach reflects a deliberate strategy to promote small business participation without compromising competition or mission readiness. Her pattern of awarding 8(a) contracts signals active support for disadvantaged business enterprises, aligning with broader federal goals for equitable economic opportunity. Her primary NAICS focus areas include 238210 for electrical and wiring installation services, 541810 for advertising and promotional services, 611430 for professional development training, and 561110 for office administrative support. This specialization indicates deep expertise in procuring both infrastructure-related technical services and mission-enabling administrative functions, requiring proficiency in evaluating contractor qualifications, performance metrics, and compliance with industry standards.