Robert Berg

Robert Berg serves as Branch Chief of the Weather and Aviation Division (WAD) within NOAA’s Office of Infrastructure and Operations, overseeing the acquisition of critical systems that support national weather forecasting, oceanographic monitoring, and environmental data collection. In this role, he manages the full lifecycle of procurements for specialized instrumentation, engineering services, and infrastructure support essential to NOAA’s mission of Earth system observation and prediction. His portfolio primarily encompasses high-precision sensor systems, data acquisition platforms, and technical services for marine and atmospheric research vessels, coastal monitoring stations, and operational weather infrastructure. Berg ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with NOAA’s strategic goals in climate resilience and scientific integrity. His primary contractor relationships include the Wisconsin Educational Communications Board for educational and outreach technology integration, Tronconi Segarra & Associates LLP for engineering and systems design, JNB Services LLC for technical support and logistics, Pure Enviro-Management, LLC for environmental compliance and site services, and The Regents of the University of Colorado for research-driven instrumentation development. These partnerships reflect a preference for established technical providers with demonstrated expertise in environmental sensing, marine engineering, and operational systems integration, often requiring specialized certifications and field experience. Mr. Berg’s procurement portfolio exhibits no set-aside preferences, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a mission-driven emphasis on technical capability and performance over socioeconomic categorization, prioritizing the acquisition of mission-critical systems regardless of vendor size or status. His primary NAICS focus areas include Ship Building and Repairing (336611) for vessel modernization and support, Engineering Services (541330) for system design and integration, and Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515) for high-sensitivity environmental sensors. These reflect deep technical expertise in oceanographic instrumentation, atmospheric monitoring systems, and infrastructure supporting NOAA’s observational networks.