Michael Broomfield

Michael Broomfield supports the Naval Research Laboratory’s mission by managing complex research and development procurements critical to advancing naval science and national security. He oversees acquisitions in high-precision instrumentation, electronic warfare systems, signal processing technologies, and autonomous navigation platforms, ensuring alignment with the NRL’s strategic R&D priorities. His role involves structuring competitive solicitations under FAR Part 35 and Part 36, coordinating with technical stakeholders to define performance requirements, and facilitating the transition of laboratory innovations into operational naval capabilities. Broomfield’s procurement portfolio is heavily focused on foundational science and engineering services, with an emphasis on mission-critical, non-commercial items requiring specialized technical expertise. He maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including Assurance Technology Corp, L3Harris NexGen Communications LLC, Envisioneering Inc, Integration Innovation Inc, and Analex Corporation. These partners are frequently selected for their proven capabilities in developing advanced sensors, electronic components, and integrated systems for maritime applications. Broomfield’s contracting approach favors established vendors with demonstrated experience in defense-grade R&D, often leveraging Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs) and Basic Ordering Agreements to accelerate innovation cycles while maintaining rigorous technical oversight. His contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for full and open competition, with 88.9% of awards issued without set-aside restrictions. Small business participation is present but limited, with only 8.3% of awards designated as total small business set-asides and 2.8% reserved for women-owned small businesses, indicating a focus on technical capability over socioeconomic preferences. Broomfield’s procurement activity centers on NAICS 334516 (analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing), 541715 (physical and engineering R&D), and 334419 (other electronic component manufacturing), reflecting deep engagement with precision instrumentation, prototype development, and embedded systems engineering. His work supports the design and integration of next-generation naval sensors, electronic countermeasures, and autonomous platform technologies, requiring close collaboration with engineers and scientists to translate research objectives into executable contract requirements.