Noah Garrison

Noah Garrison serves as a procurement lead at NASA Glenn Research Center, supporting the development of advanced aeronautics and space propulsion systems. He manages complex acquisitions for mission-critical technologies including fission surface power systems, high-efficiency thermal and fluid control components, and extreme-environment aerospace instrumentation. His portfolio emphasizes engineering services, specialized manufacturing, and technical training contracts aligned with NASA’s strategic goals in deep space exploration and next-generation propulsion. Garrison operates within a highly technical acquisition environment, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing innovation in aerospace systems. He maintains consistent relationships with key contractors including Troy Sierra JV LLC, Aerospace & Commercial Technologies, LLC, and Electronic Fluorocarbons, LLC, all of which provide specialized engineering, materials, and process solutions for NASA’s propulsion and power systems. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established technical partners with proven capabilities in high-reliability manufacturing and cryogenic fluid systems, often awarding task orders under indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contracts. Garrison prioritizes vendor reliability, technical rigor, and past performance in evaluating proposals, fostering long-term partnerships that support sustained mission readiness. His procurement strategy reflects a strong emphasis on open competition, with 73.7% of awards issued without set-asides, while still actively supporting small business participation through Total Small Business Set-Asides (15.8%) and Women-Owned Small Business awards (10.5%). Though not heavily reliant on socioeconomic programs, he ensures compliance with FAR Part 19 and regularly includes small business subcontracting requirements in complex procurements to promote workforce diversity and innovation. Garrison’s primary NAICS focus includes Industrial Gas Manufacturing (325120), Machine Shops (332710), and Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing (333912), reflecting a deep specialization in cryogenic fluid handling, precision machining, and high-pressure gas systems. He also procures carbon and graphite products (335991) for thermal management and aerospace components, alongside professional training services (611430) to sustain technical workforce readiness. His expertise lies at the intersection of advanced materials, propulsion engineering, and mission-critical manufacturing.