Kenneth E. Albright

Kenneth E. Albright serves as a key procurement lead within the NASA Shared Services Center, supporting the agency’s mission to sustain advanced scientific research through strategic acquisitions of specialized engineering services and mission-enabling technologies. He manages a portfolio of contracts focused on research and development in physical and engineering sciences, ensuring NASA’s access to high-precision instrumentation, computational systems, and technical expertise critical to space exploration and aeronautics research. His work directly enables the procurement of complex, mission-critical solutions that support NASA’s scientific infrastructure and operational readiness. Albright maintains consistent working relationships with NEXTROW INC and PENN OAK SERVICES LLC, both of which provide specialized R&D support, systems integration, and engineering services tailored to NASA’s unique technical requirements. These partnerships reflect a pattern of collaboration with agile, technically proficient vendors capable of delivering customized solutions under stringent performance and compliance standards. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor alignment, technical adaptability, and responsive service delivery to meet evolving mission needs. A defining feature of Albright’s procurement strategy is his exclusive use of Total Small Business Set-Aside authorities under FAR 19.5, reflecting a steadfast commitment to expanding opportunities for small businesses in high-tech federal contracting. All his acquisitions are structured to prioritize small business participation, fostering innovation and diversity within NASA’s supplier base while ensuring compliance with socioeconomic goals. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541715 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences), which accounts for over two-thirds of his activity, alongside significant engagement in NAICS 541713 (Nanotechnology R&D). He routinely procures advanced analytical instruments, computational modeling tools, prototype development services, and specialized engineering support, demonstrating deep expertise in technical domains critical to NASA’s scientific and aerospace missions.