Callie Zuppas

Callie Zuppas serves as a key procurement professional within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), supporting the agency’s mission to advance oceanic and atmospheric science through strategic acquisitions of advanced instrumentation, communications systems, and analytical services. She manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on mission-critical technologies including satellite telecommunications, environmental sensing equipment, and custom software solutions that enable real-time data collection and climate modeling. Her work directly supports NOAA’s operational resilience and scientific modernization goals, ensuring that procurement aligns with federal standards and technical requirements for environmental monitoring systems. Zuppas maintains consistent working relationships with leading defense and aerospace contractors including L3Harris Technologies, Raytheon Company, and General Dynamics Information Technology, alongside specialized marine infrastructure providers like Thoma-Sea Marine Constructors. These partnerships reflect a preference for established industry leaders capable of delivering high-reliability systems for harsh environmental conditions, while also engaging firms with deep expertise in electromagnetic instrumentation and wireless communications. Her contracting approach emphasizes technical rigor, lifecycle support, and compliance with federal acquisition regulations. While the majority of her acquisitions are conducted under open competition, Zuppas demonstrates a deliberate commitment to small business participation, with approximately 20% of awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a strategic effort to cultivate innovation from emerging vendors while maintaining mission-critical performance standards. She does not routinely utilize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, favoring broad small business eligibility to expand the competitive base. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334220 (radio and wireless communications equipment), 517410 (satellite telecommunications), and 541519 (other computer-related services), indicating deep expertise in acquiring sensor networks, data transmission systems, and custom analytical platforms. She routinely procures hardware and software solutions that support NOAA’s observational infrastructure, including ocean buoys, atmospheric sensors, and real-time data processing systems.