Alane Fitzpatrick

Alane Fitzpatrick serves as a key procurement lead within the DSC Contracting Services Division of the National Park Service, overseeing complex acquisitions to support the preservation and modernization of national park infrastructure. Responsible for managing contracts that ensure the integrity of historic structures, utility systems, and visitor facilities across ecologically sensitive and remote locations, Fitzpatrick specializes in technical procurements requiring stringent environmental compliance and engineering precision. Their portfolio consistently includes high-stakes projects involving infrastructure rehabilitation, environmental control systems, and communications upgrades, necessitating deep coordination with engineering, facilities, and resource management teams to align acquisition strategy with mission-critical operational needs. Fitzpatrick maintains long-standing partnerships with a core group of specialized contractors, including HDR Engineering Inc., Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc., McKenzie Construction & Site Development LLC, BookCliff Partners, LLC, and Aleut Construction LLC. These relationships reflect a preference for firms with proven expertise in historic preservation, remote-site construction, and utility system modernization. The working pattern emphasizes technical competency over volume, favoring vendors with demonstrated experience in federal environmental regulations, National Historic Preservation Act compliance, and resilient infrastructure design for challenging terrains. Fitzpatrick’s procurement strategy reflects a strong emphasis on full and open competition, with 100% of awards issued under no set-aside classifications. While there is no formal preference for 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, the focus remains on selecting the most technically qualified contractors regardless of socioeconomic designation, prioritizing mission outcomes and regulatory adherence over socioeconomic targets. The primary technical domains of procurement are centered on NAICS 334512 (automatic environmental control manufacturing) and 334220 (radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipment manufacturing). These reflect a consistent need for climate-controlled building systems, remote monitoring equipment, and robust wireless communication networks to support park operations in areas with limited connectivity. Fitzpatrick’s expertise lies in procuring integrated systems that ensure operational continuity, environmental sustainability, and visitor safety across the National Park System’s diverse and often isolated landscapes.