Kevin H. Harriel

Kevin H. Harriel serves as a Contract Specialist at the Naval Oceanographic Office (N62306), where he plays a pivotal role in executing procurements that advance the agency’s mission of delivering critical oceanographic and geospatial intelligence to support naval operations. He manages the full lifecycle of complex service contracts, with a focus on technical consulting and systems design solutions that enhance environmental modeling, real-time data collection, and undersea warfare capabilities. His acquisitions are instrumental in sustaining the Navy’s maritime domain awareness and operational readiness across global theaters, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-critical technical requirements. While specific contractor names are not publicly identified, Harriel maintains a dynamic network of vendors specializing in scientific and technical services, fostering collaborative partnerships with firms capable of delivering advanced computational modeling, sensor integration, and data analytics solutions. His contracting approach emphasizes agility, technical rigor, and performance-based outcomes, aligning vendor capabilities with the Navy’s evolving operational needs in oceanographic and geospatial domains. Harriel exhibits a balanced commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with an equal split between small business set-asides and open competitions under FAR 19.5. His consistent use of total small business set-asides reflects a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small businesses while maintaining competitive rigor. This pattern supports broader DoD goals to strengthen the industrial base and cultivate innovation among diverse, qualified vendors. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services) and 541690 (Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services), reflecting a deep specialization in IT infrastructure, environmental data systems, and analytical modeling services. He regularly sources expertise in oceanographic simulation, seabed mapping, atmospheric modeling, and real-time sensor data processing—technical domains essential to naval navigation, anti-submarine warfare, and undersea surveillance systems.