Lisa Burns

Lisa Burns serves as a key procurement lead within the Commander (M00264) under the Department of the Navy, responsible for managing mission-critical acquisitions that advance naval warfighting capabilities. She oversees contracts centered on systems engineering, tactical computing, and cyber-enabled command and control modernization, ensuring operational readiness through integrated technology solutions. Her portfolio primarily supports the development and fielding of advanced sensor, communication, and armored vehicle systems, aligning with the agency’s strategic priorities in real-time decision support and secure communications infrastructure. Burns plays a pivotal role in translating technical requirements into actionable acquisition strategies that meet stringent defense standards. Her contractor relationships are anchored with specialized firms including GOLDBELT HAWK L.L.C., ALEX-ALTERNATIVE EXPERTS, LLC, TNDA TECHNOLOGIES INC., BC MARKET SOLUTIONS LLC, and BIOSPACE, INC., all of which provide niche expertise in custom software development, communications hardware, and technical training services. She consistently engages with vendors capable of delivering rapid prototyping, secure coding, and embedded systems integration, fostering long-term partnerships with firms that demonstrate agility, cybersecurity compliance, and domain-specific knowledge in naval operational environments. Set-asides are rarely utilized, with 94.4% of her acquisitions conducted as unrestricted procurements, reflecting a focus on technical capability over socioeconomic classifications. Only 5.6% of awards are designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, indicating a preference for selecting the most qualified vendors regardless of size, while still maintaining a measured commitment to small business inclusion where technical requirements align. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), underscoring deep engagement with software development for tactical systems, followed by 334220 and 334290 for radio and communications equipment manufacturing. She also procures technical training services under 611519 and specialized maintenance under 811219, demonstrating a broad yet targeted expertise in cyber-physical systems, embedded networking, and mission-critical software lifecycle support.