Cali A. Buntin

Cali A. Buntin serves as a Contract Specialist within the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), part of the Department of Defense, where she plays a critical role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that support geospatial intelligence capabilities. She manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions, from requirements validation and market research to contract award and administration, ensuring compliance with FAR and DFARS regulations. Her portfolio primarily focuses on advanced technology systems that enhance data collection, processing, and dissemination for national security applications, including geospatial software platforms, sensor systems, and secure communications infrastructure. Buntin maintains a strong working relationship with ECS Federal, LLC, a key contractor delivering integrated geospatial solutions and enterprise IT services. Her contracting approach emphasizes collaboration with vendors who demonstrate technical proficiency in geospatial analytics, cloud-enabled data architectures, and secure hardware integration. She routinely engages with industry partners through pre-solicitation outreach and source selection panels to foster innovation and ensure alignment with NGA’s evolving operational needs. Her procurement strategy reflects a robust commitment to small business participation, with 75% of her acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This pattern underscores her dedication to expanding opportunities for small businesses in the national security technology sector, consistently prioritizing vendors certified under socioeconomic programs that enhance diversity and innovation in the supplier base. Buntin’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 423430, encompassing computer systems, software, and peripheral equipment wholesaling, reflecting her specialization in commercial-off-the-shelf and modified IT solutions. She also frequently procures under NAICS 334220 for wireless communications and broadcasting equipment, demonstrating expertise in securing hardware that supports real-time geospatial data transmission. Her technical domain centers on secure, scalable, and interoperable systems that enable NGA’s mission to deliver timely, actionable intelligence to defense and humanitarian operators.