Kolby Harold

Kolby Harold supports the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in executing mission-critical procurement activities aligned with the agency’s mandate to advance oceanic, atmospheric, and coastal science. Though not formally titled, Harold plays a pivotal role in managing acquisition strategies for technical systems and services essential to environmental monitoring, marine research, and coastal resilience initiatives. Their portfolio centers on complex contracts for scientific instrumentation, engineering support, and maritime infrastructure, ensuring NOAA’s operational capabilities remain technologically current and scientifically robust. Harold’s work directly enables data collection, predictive modeling, and ecosystem stewardship through strategic sourcing aligned with federal acquisition regulations. Harold 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 technical vendors capable of delivering engineering services, environmental management solutions, and research-driven support. The contracting patterns suggest a reliance on established, niche providers with proven expertise in NOAA’s operational domains, indicating a focus on reliability, technical precision, and mission alignment over broad-market competition. A strong commitment to small business participation is evident in Harold’s procurement patterns, with 75% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to foster economic opportunity among small, disadvantaged, and community-based firms while maintaining high standards for technical delivery. The consistent use of small business set-asides underscores a structured effort to broaden vendor diversity and enhance innovation through inclusive contracting practices. Harold’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), reflecting significant investment in maritime platforms and vessel support systems. Additional emphasis is placed on NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services) and 334511 (Nautical Instrument Manufacturing), indicating deep engagement with sensor systems, navigation technologies, and environmental monitoring equipment. These categories reveal expertise in procuring high-precision, mission-critical hardware and technical services essential to NOAA’s scientific and operational missions.