Nora

Nora Tyson serves as a Contract Specialist at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), where she plays a pivotal role in securing specialized scientific and industrial equipment critical to advancing measurement science and technological innovation. Her procurement activities support NIST’s mission to enhance industrial competitiveness through precision instrumentation, semiconductor process standards, and advanced manufacturing technologies. She manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions, primarily involving high-precision measurement devices, laboratory instrumentation, and technical services that enable federal research and national security applications. Her work ensures timely delivery of mission-critical capabilities while adhering to federal acquisition regulations and technical compliance requirements. Tyson maintains consistent relationships with key vendors including Quality Biological, Inc., ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES AND LABORATORIES (ATL) INTERNATIONAL, INC., and PHYSICAL ELECTRONICS USA, INC.—organizations known for their expertise in scientific instrumentation, calibration services, and analytical equipment. Her contracting approach emphasizes technical compatibility, vendor reliability, and long-term service support, fostering partnerships with suppliers who can meet NIST’s rigorous performance and quality standards. She frequently engages with niche manufacturers capable of customizing or modifying commercial-off-the-shelf systems to meet unique research requirements. Her procurement strategy reflects a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with approximately half of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating strong support for small business participation. She actively seeks qualified small businesses with technical capabilities in precision manufacturing and laboratory services, aligning with NIST’s broader inclusion objectives. Tyson’s primary NAICS focus is 334513—Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables—reflecting her specialization in acquiring industrial sensors, process control systems, and calibration standards. She also procures equipment under NAICS 334511 for navigation and guidance systems and 811219 for specialized repair and maintenance services, underscoring her technical acumen in high-precision, metrology-driven domains.