Nicholas A Haas

1stLt Nicholas A. Haas serves as a procurement officer within the Department of Defense, specializing in the acquisition of specialized aerospace and industrial control systems. His role involves managing competitive solicitations under FAR Part 15, ensuring compliance with defense acquisition regulations and mission-critical requirements for aviation and instrumentation systems. He typically handles complex, performance-based contracts for mission-enabling hardware and embedded systems, coordinating with engineering and logistics teams to align procurement outcomes with operational readiness goals. His portfolio emphasizes technical precision and supply chain resilience for next-generation defense platforms. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable in available data, 1stLt Haas engages with a diverse pool of vendors capable of meeting stringent military specifications, including certified small businesses and manufacturers with AS9100 and ITAR compliance. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for firms with demonstrated expertise in precision manufacturing, avionics integration, and industrial instrumentation, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical capability and quality assurance. Haas exhibits a strong commitment to small business participation, with 34.8% of his acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. His contracting strategy prioritizes socioeconomic programs that expand access for small manufacturers, particularly those with proven capabilities in niche industrial sectors. While no 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB preferences are statistically dominant, his consistent use of small business set-asides signals a deliberate effort to cultivate a resilient, diverse supplier base aligned with DoD’s small business goals. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 336413 (other aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment), with significant activity in industrial measurement and control systems under NAICS 334513, 334515, and 334519. He routinely acquires flight-critical sensors, avionics components, and precision test equipment, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with aerospace instrumentation and industrial process control technologies. His expertise lies in sourcing mission-essential hardware that meets MIL-STD and DO-160 certification standards.