James D. Moore

James Moore serves as a Contract Specialist and Contract Support for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), where he plays a pivotal role in executing procurement actions that advance the agency’s mission of environmental monitoring, oceanographic research, and climate resilience. He manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions for scientific instrumentation, technical services, and operational support, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and aligning procurements with NOAA’s strategic priorities in marine science and atmospheric data collection. His work directly enables the deployment of advanced sensors, analytical systems, and environmental monitoring platforms critical to national weather forecasting and coastal ecosystem protection. Moore maintains consistent relationships with a diverse set of contractors, including 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 span research services, environmental compliance, laboratory instrumentation, and technical support, reflecting a blend of academic, small business, and specialized professional vendors. His contracting approach emphasizes collaboration with entities possessing domain-specific expertise in oceanic and atmospheric sciences, fostering long-term vendor engagement grounded in technical capability and regulatory adherence. A strong advocate for small business participation, Moore consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides, with over half of his acquisitions structured under FAR 19.5 to promote economic opportunity and innovation among small firms. His contracting patterns reflect a deliberate effort to expand access for small businesses across multiple socioeconomic categories, reinforcing NOAA’s commitment to inclusive procurement practices and fostering a resilient, competitive vendor base. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334511 (nautical and aeronautical instrumentation), 334519 (other measuring devices), and 334516 (analytical laboratory instruments), alongside professional services under 541990. He routinely acquires precision environmental sensors, data acquisition systems, and specialized technical consulting services that support NOAA’s scientific infrastructure, demonstrating deep familiarity with the technical requirements of oceanographic and atmospheric research instrumentation.