Jason Easley

Jason Easley serves as a key procurement lead within the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), supporting the agency’s mission to advance measurement science, standards, and technological innovation critical to U.S. industrial competitiveness. He manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions focused on analytical instrumentation, semiconductor process technologies, and laboratory infrastructure, ensuring NIST maintains cutting-edge capabilities in precision metrology and advanced manufacturing. His contracting activities align with NIST’s strategic priorities in national security and economic resilience, frequently supporting R&D-driven procurements for scientific equipment, calibration systems, and specialized testing platforms. Easley maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of high-precision vendors, including Quality Biological, Inc., ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES AND LABORATORIES (ATL) INTERNATIONAL, INC., and PHYSICAL ELECTRONICS USA, INC., all of which specialize in laboratory instrumentation, analytical systems, and materials characterization equipment. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for established contractors with proven expertise in scientific and technical domains, often requiring compliance with stringent federal standards for accuracy, traceability, and reliability. He collaborates closely with NIST scientists to translate technical specifications into enforceable contract requirements. Easley’s contracting portfolio demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 36% of awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of acquisitions remain open to all competitors, he consistently prioritizes small business eligibility, particularly for firms with niche capabilities in instrument manufacturing and laboratory services. His approach supports socioeconomic goals without compromising technical rigor. His primary NAICS focus areas include 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) and 334515 (Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals), reflecting deep expertise in procuring precision measurement devices, sensor systems, and calibration tools. He also frequently engages with vendors in 511210 (Software Publishers) and 337127 (Institutional Furniture) to support data infrastructure and lab workspace modernization, underscoring a multidisciplinary approach to scientific procurement.