Kayla Johnson

Kayla Johnson supports the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in executing mission-critical procurement activities aligned with environmental science and coastal resilience objectives. Though her formal title is not specified, her role centers on managing acquisition strategies for scientific, technical, and operational services that advance NOAA’s mandate in oceanic and atmospheric research. She routinely handles complex procurements under FAR Part 15, focusing on professional consulting, data infrastructure, and specialized technical services essential to environmental monitoring and predictive modeling systems. Her work ensures that NOAA’s scientific missions are supported through timely, compliant, and high-integrity contracting. Johnson 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 preference for specialized firms with demonstrated expertise in environmental science, technical consulting, and data systems integration. Her contracting approach emphasizes long-term collaboration with vendors who possess domain-specific knowledge in marine and atmospheric sciences, fostering reliable service delivery and technical alignment with NOAA’s operational needs. A strong advocate for small business participation, Johnson consistently prioritizes Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with approximately 68.4% of her acquisitions designated for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to cultivate a diverse supplier base capable of delivering niche scientific and technical services. Her contracting patterns demonstrate a sustained commitment to socioeconomic programs, ensuring opportunities for small, disadvantaged, and specialized firms to contribute meaningfully to NOAA’s mission. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541690 (Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services) and 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), underscoring her expertise in securing expert analytical, modeling, and environmental assessment services. She also procures specialized construction and coastal transportation services to support infrastructure and field operations, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to advancing NOAA’s scientific and operational goals.