Matthew Harbeson

Matthew Harbeson serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of complex acquisitions within the defense and aerospace technology sector. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while delivering mission-critical systems and instrumentation to support national security and aviation operations. His portfolio primarily consists of sole-source and competitive procurements for advanced aeronautical and navigation systems, including sensors, guidance systems, and avionics equipment. Harbeson works closely with technical evaluators, program managers, and legal counsel to structure solicitations that balance innovation, performance, and regulatory rigor. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable in the data, Harbeson’s procurement activity is consistently directed toward manufacturers and integrators with deep technical expertise in aerospace and defense electronics. He engages with a broad spectrum of vendors—from large prime contractors with specialized engineering capabilities to niche suppliers holding relevant ITAR and AS9100 certifications—focusing on those capable of delivering high-reliability, precision-engineered systems under stringent quality and delivery standards. Harbeson’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of his awards issued under the “No Set-Aside” category. This indicates a procurement strategy centered on technical merit and performance capability rather than socioeconomic preferences, aligning with mission-critical requirements where specialized expertise outweighs small business set-aside objectives. His primary focus lies in NAICS 334511, which encompasses the manufacturing of search, detection, navigation, guidance, aeronautical, and nautical systems and instruments. He routinely procures advanced radar systems, inertial navigation units, flight control instrumentation, and integrated avionics suites, demonstrating deep familiarity with defense technical standards, military specifications, and systems integration requirements within the aerospace domain.