Derrick L Burke

Derrick L. Burke serves as a Contract Specialist within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), where he plays a pivotal role in executing complex procurements that support the agency’s mission of environmental monitoring, oceanographic research, and climate resilience. He manages the full lifecycle of acquisition activities—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—focusing on technical services critical to Earth system science. His portfolio centers on geophysical surveying, data collection systems, and management consulting services that enhance NOAA’s operational efficiency and scientific capabilities. Burke 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 private-sector entities with specialized expertise in environmental data systems, field instrumentation, and administrative support. His procurement approach emphasizes collaboration with vendors possessing proven technical competence in oceanic and atmospheric science domains, fostering long-term, performance-based vendor relationships. His contracting patterns demonstrate a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with equal distribution between open competitions and Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small businesses while ensuring competitive rigor. He does not routinely utilize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, instead prioritizing broad small business participation across all categories to promote innovation and diversity in the supplier base. Burke’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541360 (Geophysical Surveying and Mapping Services) and NAICS 541611 (Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services). He regularly acquires high-precision remote sensing data collection, coastal mapping, environmental modeling, and organizational effectiveness consulting services—supporting NOAA’s scientific infrastructure and mission-critical administrative functions. His expertise lies at the intersection of technical environmental science and efficient public sector procurement.