Leslie C. Markey

Leslie C. Markey serves as a Purchasing Agent for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), supporting the agency’s mission to advance environmental science through strategic procurement of technical, operational, and infrastructure services. In this role, she manages the acquisition lifecycle for a diverse portfolio of goods and services critical to NOAA’s oceanic, atmospheric, and coastal research initiatives, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and alignment with agency priorities in data collection, predictive modeling, and environmental stewardship. Her acquisitions typically encompass scientific consulting, IT systems design, facility maintenance, and specialized environmental management services. Markey maintains established relationships with a range 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 partnerships reflect a balanced approach to sourcing, combining institutional research capabilities with niche service providers specializing in environmental compliance, technical support, and facility operations. Her contracting patterns indicate a preference for experienced, mission-aligned vendors capable of delivering complex, science-driven solutions under stringent regulatory and operational constraints. Her procurement strategy prioritizes open competition, with 64.3% of awards issued without set-asides, while maintaining a strong commitment to small business participation—35.7% of contracts are awarded under Total Small Business Set-Asides per FAR 19.5. Though not focused on 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs specifically, her consistent use of small business set-asides demonstrates a deliberate effort to foster competition and expand vendor diversity within the federal procurement ecosystem. Markey’s primary NAICS focus areas include 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services) and 541690 (Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services), reflecting NOAA’s reliance on data infrastructure and analytical support. She also regularly procures services under 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) and 221122 (Electric Power Distribution), underscoring her role in sustaining critical facility operations for research stations and field installations. Her expertise lies at the intersection of environmental science and mission-critical procurement, ensuring reliable, compliant, and technologically robust support for NOAA’s national missions.