Theresa Macpherson

Theresa Macpherson serves in a secondary role within the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) under the Department of Defense. In this capacity, she supports the agency's broader procurement mission to advance physical, engineering, and life sciences through the acquisition of sophisticated instrumentation, electronic systems, and specialized sensors. The Naval Research Laboratory maintains a diverse contractor landscape, with frequent awards going to vendors such as AS and D Inc, Envisioneering Inc, and Assurance Technology Corp. Vendors active at this agency typically provide specialized technical services and engineering solutions that align with the NRL's research and development priorities. Regarding set-aside preferences, the agency demonstrates a commitment to small business participation, with 25% of its procurement activity designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides. The remaining 75% of acquisitions are conducted without set-aside restrictions. The agency's procurement focus is heavily concentrated in the manufacturing of search, detection, navigation, guidance, aeronautical, and nautical systems and instruments (NAICS 334511). Additionally, there is significant procurement activity within other computer-related services (NAICS 541519) and poured concrete foundation and structure contracting (NAICS 238110), reflecting a blend of high-tech instrumentation and facility infrastructure needs.