Matthew Kimber

Matthew Kimber is a procurement professional responsible for managing complex acquisitions in advanced technology and defense-related domains. He plays a key role in executing the agency’s mission to secure critical systems and services through compliant, strategic contracting practices. His portfolio primarily encompasses contracts for aerospace components, computer storage systems, flight training solutions, and IT services, ensuring alignment with national security and operational readiness objectives. Kimber consistently applies Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) frameworks to evaluate technical proposals, assess vendor capabilities, and ensure contract performance standards are met across high-stakes procurements. While specific contractor names are not available, Kimber’s procurement patterns reflect a balanced engagement with both large prime contractors and small businesses, particularly in niche technical sectors. He fosters collaborative relationships with vendors possessing specialized expertise in guided missile systems, space vehicle subsystems, and mission-critical computing environments. His approach emphasizes competitive bidding, technical rigor, and performance-based outcomes, encouraging innovation through clear solicitation language and structured evaluation criteria. Kimber demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 36.4% of his awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. He prioritizes opportunities for small businesses without favoring specific socioeconomic categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, indicating a preference for broad-based small business participation grounded in capability rather than certification type. This pattern supports a diverse supplier base while maintaining procurement efficiency. His primary technical focus lies in NAICS 336419 for guided missile and space vehicle parts, complemented by significant activity in computer storage device manufacturing (334112), flight training (611512), and computer systems design services (541512). He routinely procures mission-enabling hardware, software integration solutions, and specialized training systems, demonstrating deep domain knowledge in defense aerospace and information technology infrastructure.