Robyn Kedrow

Robyn L. Kedrow serves as a Contract Specialist within the Air Force Research Laboratory’s RDK division (FA9451), where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex research and development acquisitions critical to national aerospace superiority. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of procurement—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—focusing on high-technical-domain projects in directed energy, electro-optics, laser systems, and advanced instrumentation. Kedrow ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning contracting strategies with RDK’s mission to advance next-generation air dominance technologies through innovative scientific collaboration. Kedrow collaborates with a diverse range of prime contractors and research institutions specializing in defense aerospace R&D, including engineering firms with deep expertise in laser vulnerability analysis, optical system integration, and high-energy physics instrumentation. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently engages with organizations possessing specialized technical capabilities in physical and engineering sciences, fostering partnerships that bridge government requirements with cutting-edge industry innovation. Her approach emphasizes technical rigor, competitive fairness, and performance-based contract structures. Kedrow’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for unrestricted, open competition, with 100% of her acquisitions designated as non-set-aside. This reflects the highly specialized, mission-critical nature of RDK’s work, where technical qualifications and proven capability often outweigh socioeconomic preferences. While small business participation is not formally prioritized through set-asides, she remains attentive to qualified small businesses with niche expertise in advanced research domains. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336413 for other aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment and NAICS 541712 and 541715 for research and development in physical, engineering, and life sciences. She routinely procures advanced laser components, electro-optical test systems, and instrumentation for aerospace experimentation, demonstrating deep familiarity with technical specifications in directed energy, optical diagnostics, and high-performance materials. Her expertise ensures that acquisitions directly enable the development of next-generation air and space capabilities.