Maisie Meade

Maisie Meade supports the procurement mission of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), facilitating acquisitions that advance measurement science, semiconductor standards, and advanced manufacturing technologies. Though her official title is not listed, her role involves managing complex technical contracts aligned with NIST’s mission to enhance industrial competitiveness and national technological leadership. She routinely handles service-based procurements requiring high precision in scientific instrumentation, calibration systems, and specialized laboratory support, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and technical performance standards. Meade maintains consistent working relationships with key vendors including Quality Biological, Inc., ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES AND LABORATORIES (ATL) INTERNATIONAL, INC., and PHYSICAL ELECTRONICS USA, INC.—organizations recognized for their expertise in analytical instrumentation, metrology services, and materials characterization. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for vendors with proven capabilities in niche technical domains, often requiring specialized certifications or cleanroom-grade service delivery. These partnerships are typically sustained over multiple award cycles, indicating a focus on reliability, technical alignment, and long-term operational support. A strong advocate for small business participation, Meade directs nearly 59% of her acquisitions toward total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate strategy to foster innovation through diverse vendor engagement. Her contracting patterns consistently prioritize small businesses capable of delivering specialized scientific and technical services, aligning with NIST’s broader goals of inclusive economic growth and workforce development in STEM sectors. Her procurement focus centers on NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), reflecting demand for data analysis, software development, and computational modeling services critical to NIST’s research initiatives. Additional activity in NAICS 811219 (Repair and Maintenance) and 511210 (Software Publishers) underscores her role in acquiring laboratory automation tools, calibration software, and embedded systems support—all essential to maintaining the integrity of NIST’s national measurement infrastructure.