BONNIE OSHIRO

Bonnie Oshiro serves as a Contracting Officer within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), where she manages complex procurement actions supporting scientific research, environmental monitoring, and coastal resilience initiatives. She plays a pivotal role in executing acquisitions aligned with NOAA’s mission to advance Earth system science through advanced instrumentation, data analytics, and technical consulting services. Her portfolio primarily encompasses professional and scientific services, including research and development, environmental management, and customized software solutions for oceanic and atmospheric data systems. Oshiro ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while fostering innovation through strategic contracting that supports NOAA’s operational and scientific objectives. Oshiro maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of contractors, including the Wisconsin Educational Communications Board, Tronconi Segarra & Associates LLP, JNB Services LLC, Pure Enviro-Management, LLC, and The Regents of the University of Colorado. These partnerships reflect a blend of academic, nonprofit, and small business entities engaged in environmental science, technical consulting, and specialized service delivery. Her procurement approach emphasizes collaboration with organizations possessing domain expertise in marine systems, climate modeling, and environmental compliance, fostering long-term vendor relationships grounded in technical proficiency and mission alignment. A strong advocate for small business participation, Oshiro consistently prioritizes Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with over half of her awards designated for small businesses. Her contracting patterns reflect a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic programs, leveraging set-aside authorities to expand opportunities for small and emerging firms in scientific and technical fields. This focus ensures diverse vendor participation while maintaining rigorous performance standards across mission-critical contracts. Her primary NAICS focus lies in Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (541690), with significant activity in Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (541712). She routinely procures environmental assessments, data processing infrastructure, custom programming, and marine engineering services, demonstrating deep expertise in technical domains supporting NOAA’s oceanographic, atmospheric, and coastal research programs.