Ngoc Linh Coughlin

Ngoc Linh Coughlin serves as a key procurement professional within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), supporting the agency’s mission to advance oceanic and atmospheric science through strategic acquisition of technical and operational services. She manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on information technology, data systems, and mission-critical support services, ensuring alignment with NOAA’s priorities in climate monitoring, environmental modeling, and fleet modernization. Her acquisitions primarily involve software development, systems integration, and professional training, enabling the agency to maintain cutting-edge analytical capabilities and operational readiness. Coughlin maintains strong working relationships with leading defense and technology contractors including L3Harris Technologies, Raytheon Company, and General Dynamics Information Technology, as well as specialized marine and IT service providers such as Thoma-Sea Marine Constructors and I.M. Systems Group, Inc. These partnerships reflect a balanced approach to sourcing advanced technical solutions from both large primes and niche vendors capable of delivering specialized maritime and environmental systems. Her procurement strategy emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical compliance, and lifecycle support for complex instrumentation and data infrastructure. While the majority of her acquisitions are unrestricted, Coughlin consistently allocates nearly 38% of her contract opportunities to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to expanding small business participation. She actively engages with small businesses capable of delivering high-value IT, training, and equipment maintenance services, fostering a competitive and inclusive vendor ecosystem aligned with federal socioeconomic goals. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Other Computer Related Services (541519), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), and Software Publishers (513210), reflecting deep expertise in enterprise software, data analytics platforms, and mission-specific application development. She also procures professional training (611430) and precision equipment maintenance (811210), underscoring her holistic approach to sustaining NOAA’s scientific and operational workforce through integrated technical and human capital solutions.