The Directed Energy Professional Society was pleased to offer this special presentation on Basic Contracting
Information in conjunction with the Directed Energy Systems Symposium.
Special Presentation: Basic Contracting Information for Technical Personnel
Classification: Unclassified, Public Release
Speaker: Linda S. Buix
Time: Monday, 6 April 1300-1430
Session Description: This special presentation provides an overview of the government
contracting process for contractor technical personnel, as well as contractor business/contracting
personnel. It provides an orientation to those new to government contracting or not in the
contracting community. Attendees will be given the basic terminology, processes, and other
documentation for government contracting as well as specifics for the High Energy Laser Joint
Technology Office contracting requirements. Topics to be Covered:
- Acquisition process
- Contract Types
- Contract Document Formats
- Key players and participant roles
- DUNS Number, Central Contractor Registration, Federal Business Opportunity website
- Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL)
- Proposal Formats
- Statements of Work (SOW)
- Administrative Access
- Foreign Participation
Intended Audience: This is a general overview only and not meant to be a full course
offering. The information is intended to enhance your general knowledge of contracting as well
to assist you participating in HEL-JTO announcements. No knowledge of contracting is required.
Recommended for program managers, principal investigators, technical managers, and
contracting/business individuals.
Speaker Biography: Ms. Buix is currently a Contracting Officer at the Air Force Research
Laboratory (AFRL), Directed Energy Directorate, Kirtland AFB, NM. Ms. Buix received an MBA from
Webster University in 2006. She has supported HEL-JTO since 2003. She previously worked for the
Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) throughout the world.
