Leslie Dobson

Leslie Dobson serves as a Contract Specialist within the W6QK Acc-orlando office of the Department of the Army, where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex acquisitions that support the modernization of military training systems and defense technology integration. Her responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of contracts for technical services, engineering support, and operational readiness initiatives, with a focus on live-fire simulation infrastructure, mission command systems, and aviation/artillery training platforms. Dobson ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurement strategies with the agency’s mission to advance next-generation defense education and tactical capabilities through innovative contracting solutions. She maintains strong, recurring relationships with key contractors including TORCH RESEARCH, LLC, AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY INTERNATIONAL, and FIDELITY TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION, partnering primarily with firms experienced in defense systems integration, technical analysis, and training simulation development. These vendor relationships reflect a preference for established contractors with proven expertise in military training environments and a demonstrated capacity to deliver rapid, mission-critical solutions under tight operational timelines. Dobson exhibits a pronounced commitment to small business participation, with over half of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. She also consistently includes Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and 8(a) competed set-asides, reflecting a deliberate effort to foster socioeconomic diversity in the defense supply chain while ensuring competitive, high-quality outcomes. Her procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 561110 (Office Administrative Services), 562991 (Septic Tank and Related Services), and 721110 (Hotels and Motels), which, while seemingly disparate, support the logistical, facility, and administrative infrastructure underpinning large-scale training installations. She also frequently procures services under 541990 (Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), demonstrating deep engagement with technical domains such as systems engineering, operational analysis, and defense training support services.