Matthew Robertson

Matthew Robertson supports the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in executing mission-critical procurement activities aligned with its scientific and environmental stewardship objectives. Though his formal title is not specified, his procurement focus centers on research and development contracts supporting oceanic, atmospheric, and coastal systems analysis. He manages acquisitions for advanced instrumentation, data processing infrastructure, and environmental modeling tools, ensuring NOAA’s technical capabilities remain at the forefront of Earth system science. His role is integral to translating scientific priorities into actionable contracting strategies that deliver high-integrity data collection and analytical platforms. Robertson maintains consistent relationships with a select group of contractors, including the 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 blend of academic research institutions, specialized environmental service providers, and technical consultants with domain expertise in marine science and data systems. His contracting patterns emphasize long-term, performance-based engagements with vendors capable of delivering complex, science-driven solutions under tight operational timelines. His procurement portfolio reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 77.8% of awards issued without set-aside designations. However, he consistently supports women-owned small businesses, accounting for 22.2% of awards, demonstrating a targeted commitment to socioeconomic diversity within the contractor base. While not heavily reliant on 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, his approach ensures equitable access for qualified small businesses with niche technical capabilities. Robertson’s primary NAICS focus is 541715—Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences—reflecting his emphasis on environmental science and predictive modeling. He also procures computer hardware and software through NAICS 423430 and 518210, and specialized equipment via 339940, underscoring his technical breadth in supporting NOAA’s integrated data infrastructure. His expertise lies in acquiring mission-critical systems that enable real-time environmental monitoring, climate resilience planning, and coastal ecosystem protection.