Brad Higley

Brad Higley serves as a key procurement lead within the Commander (M00264) under the Department of the Navy, driving the acquisition of mission-critical systems that enhance naval warfighting readiness. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on modernizing command and control architectures, tactical computing environments, and integrated sensor and communication systems. His work ensures operational superiority through the timely delivery of cyber-enabled decision support tools, armored vehicle enhancements, and mission-specific engineering services, aligning closely with the agency’s strategic priorities in systems integration and technological innovation. Higley maintains consistent partnerships with a select group of specialized contractors, including GOLDBELT HAWK L.L.C., ALEX-ALTERNATIVE EXPERTS, LLC, TNDA TECHNOLOGIES INC., BC MARKET SOLUTIONS LLC, and BIOSPACE, INC. These vendors provide niche expertise in systems engineering, tactical software development, and mission support services, often delivering customized solutions for classified or restricted environments. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for agile, responsive vendors capable of rapid prototyping and field-deployable system integration, fostering long-term collaboration with firms that demonstrate technical agility and security compliance. A strong advocate for small business participation, Higley consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Aside contracts under FAR 19.5, with approximately 70% of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to cultivate innovation from emerging vendors and expand the defense industrial base, particularly among firms with specialized capabilities in advanced manufacturing and mission support services. His procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 339999 (miscellaneous manufacturing) and 511210 (software publishing), with additional emphasis on fabricated metal structures (332312) and technical services (813990, 624190). He regularly acquires custom-built hardware, embedded software systems, and mission-specific support services tailored to naval operational requirements, demonstrating deep expertise in the convergence of defense manufacturing and information technology domains.