Pete Kronbergs

Pete Kronbergs serves as a Program Manager responsible for overseeing the acquisition and execution of research and development initiatives in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. In this role, he leads the full lifecycle of procurement activities—from market research and requirement definition to contract award and performance management—ensuring alignment with federal acquisition regulations and technical mission objectives. His work is central to advancing scientific innovation within the agency, managing complex contracts for experimental design, laboratory services, computational modeling, and advanced instrumentation development. Kronbergs collaborates closely with technical stakeholders to translate scientific needs into enforceable solicitation requirements and ensures rigorous evaluation of proposers based on technical merit and past performance. Kronbergs maintains a broad and diverse contractor base, engaging with universities, federal laboratories, and private-sector R&D firms capable of delivering high-complexity scientific solutions. He frequently works with entities possessing specialized expertise in experimental physics, engineering prototyping, and analytical systems development. His procurement approach emphasizes technical capability over cost alone, fostering long-term partnerships with vendors who demonstrate proven success in delivering mission-critical research outcomes under stringent compliance standards. Kronbergs has no set-aside preferences, with 100% of his acquisitions awarded under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic focus on securing the most technically qualified performers, regardless of business size or socioeconomic designation. While small business participation is not mandated through set-asides, he remains open to qualified small businesses that meet rigorous technical and operational criteria, ensuring fairness and competitiveness across the marketplace. His primary NAICS focus is 541715, encompassing research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. He procures services including laboratory testing, data analysis, simulation modeling, instrumentation calibration, and applied scientific consulting. His domain expertise lies in advanced engineering systems, experimental methodologies, and scientific infrastructure, making him a key liaison between technical communities and acquisition professionals in the federal R&D ecosystem.