Robert Gigliotti

Robert Gigliotti serves as a key procurement lead at the Naval Research Laboratory, supporting the agency’s mission to advance cutting-edge scientific and technological capabilities for naval and national security. He manages a diverse portfolio of research and development contracts focused on high-precision sensors, electronic warfare systems, signal processing architectures, and autonomous navigation technologies. His work bridges the gap between foundational R&D and operational deployment, ensuring that emerging innovations are rapidly integrated into maritime platforms through agile acquisition strategies. Gigliotti typically handles complex, non-commercial acquisitions under FAR Part 35 and 36, often involving prototype agreements, Other Transaction Authorities, and cost-reimbursement contracts to accelerate technology transition. He maintains strong working relationships with a core group of specialized contractors including Assurance Technology Corp, L3Harris NexGen Communications LLC, Envisioneering Inc, Integration Innovation Inc, and Analex Corporation. These partnerships reflect a preference for firms with proven expertise in defense electronics, embedded systems, and mission-critical software development. Gigliotti consistently engages vendors capable of rapid prototyping and technical iteration, fostering collaborative, performance-based contracting environments that prioritize innovation over rigid compliance. His procurement patterns show a strong inclination toward open competition, with 59.1% of awards issued without set-aside restrictions. However, he actively supports small business participation, allocating 40.9% of contracts as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced approach that prioritizes technical capability while fostering a robust small business ecosystem within the defense R&D sector. Gigliotti’s primary NAICS focus areas include Software Publishers (513210) for mission-critical algorithms and data fusion tools, and Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515) for advanced sensor and signal conditioning hardware. He also procures specialized electronic systems for electronic countermeasures and autonomous platform control, reflecting deep technical expertise in naval electronics, embedded firmware, and real-time signal analysis domains.