Joel Heisler

Joel Heisler serves as an Acquisition Management Specialist within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), where he plays a critical role in executing complex procurement strategies aligned with the agency’s mission to advance oceanic, atmospheric, and coastal science. He manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions spanning scientific instrumentation, environmental remediation, and maritime support systems, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while prioritizing mission-critical capabilities. His work directly supports NOAA’s operational needs in weather forecasting, marine ecosystem monitoring, and coastal resilience initiatives through the strategic acquisition of specialized equipment and technical services. Heisler maintains consistent partnerships with a select group 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 relationships reflect a balanced approach to sourcing, combining academic research capacity, environmental service providers, and specialized technical vendors to meet NOAA’s unique scientific and logistical demands. His procurement patterns emphasize long-term collaboration with vendors who demonstrate technical proficiency and alignment with federal environmental standards. A strong advocate for small business participation, Heisler consistently prioritizes Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with over 65% of his acquisitions designated for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to foster innovation and economic inclusion while expanding the pool of qualified contractors capable of supporting NOAA’s technical missions. His contracting patterns show minimal reliance on full and open competition, underscoring a proactive commitment to socioeconomic goals. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS categories including 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), 324191 (Petroleum Lubricating Oil and Grease Manufacturing), and 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery Repair), with significant activity in 562910 (Remediation Services) and 334511 (Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing). These reflect deep expertise in procuring marine-grade equipment, environmental cleanup solutions, and advanced sensing technologies essential to NOAA’s observational and research infrastructure.