Valerie Gadson

Valerie Gadson serves as a Contract Specialist within the Department of the Air Force at FA2860 316 Cons Pk, Joint Base Andrews, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical procurement actions to sustain infrastructure and operational readiness. She manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions for security systems, communications hardware, and facility maintenance services essential to command, control, and communications (C3) capabilities supporting air operations. Her portfolio primarily consists of specialty trade contracting under NAICS 238990, encompassing integrated security installations, audiovisual system deployments, and radio broadcasting infrastructure. Gadson ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning contract outcomes with the agency’s strategic priorities for resilience and technological modernization. Gadson maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including ZERO WASTE SOLUTIONS, INC, SENECA MINERAL COMPANY, and PELICAN CHEMICALS INC., all of which provide specialized trade services critical to facility sustainment and environmental compliance. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical specificity, and long-term vendor reliability over transactional procurement. These partnerships are characterized by repeat engagements and a focus on mission-critical deliverables, reflecting a preference for proven performers with demonstrated expertise in defense facility operations. Gadson’s procurement activity reflects a 100% non-set-aside orientation, with no utilization of 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or other socioeconomic set-asides. Her contracting patterns prioritize technical capability and mission alignment over socioeconomic preferences, resulting in a streamlined acquisition process focused on operational urgency and regulatory compliance. While small business participation is not formally incentivized in her portfolio, all awards adhere strictly to full and open competition standards under FAR Part 6. Her primary industry focus is NAICS 238990 — All Other Specialty Trade Contractors — with deep expertise in procuring integrated security systems, hazardous material handling, and facility-specific construction services. She specializes in technical acquisitions involving radio frequency infrastructure, audiovisual command centers, and environmental remediation solutions tailored to high-security military installations.