Megan N. Kisamore

Megan N. Kisamore serves as a procurement professional responsible for managing complex acquisitions in scientific and technical services, with a focus on analytical instrumentation and laboratory support. She plays a critical role in aligning contracting strategies with agency operational needs, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing mission-critical capabilities. Her portfolio primarily encompasses high-precision laboratory equipment, testing services, and professional technical consulting, requiring deep familiarity with technical specifications, performance-based contracting, and lifecycle management of scientific assets. While specific contractor names are not available, her procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with vendors capable of delivering specialized analytical instruments and certified testing services. She cultivates partnerships with firms possessing robust quality assurance systems, ISO certifications, and demonstrated expertise in laboratory compliance, fostering long-term vendor relationships grounded in performance accountability and technical reliability. Her approach emphasizes competitive bidding while prioritizing vendors with proven capacity to meet stringent scientific and regulatory standards. Kisamore demonstrates a strong preference for open competition, with 83.8% of her acquisitions conducted without set-asides, reflecting a focus on technical merit and market-wide competition. However, she actively supports small business participation, with 16.2% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, indicating a deliberate effort to integrate capable small businesses into the supply chain without compromising technical requirements. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334516 (analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing) and 541380 (testing laboratories and services), underscoring expertise in procuring chromatography systems, spectrometers, and accredited testing solutions. She also regularly engages firms in 811219 (other miscellaneous repair and maintenance) and 541990 (other professional services), reflecting a broad technical domain spanning instrument maintenance, calibration, and specialized scientific consulting. Her work supports mission-critical research, environmental monitoring, and compliance testing operations.