Anna Apodaca

Anna Apodaca serves as a key procurement professional within the USDA Forest Service, supporting the agency’s mission to sustain national forest and grassland ecosystems through strategic acquisitions. She manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on operational readiness, ecological restoration, and emergency response capabilities, with a strong emphasis on consulting services and specialized technical support for remote and rugged environments. Her work ensures the agency maintains compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing mission-critical initiatives in wildfire mitigation, invasive species control, and infrastructure resilience. Apodaca maintains consistent relationships with a select group of contractors, including ACI FEDERAL INC and ONE STOP RECRUITING LLC, which provide administrative and workforce solutions, as well as GONDO ROY E MD and THE LOCUMS CO, LLC, supporting specialized medical and clinical services in field operations. AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC is a recurring partner for technical equipment and systems integration. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven experience in federal land management contexts, fostering long-term, performance-based partnerships that align with operational needs in high-risk, low-access areas. A strong advocate for small business participation, Apodaca consistently prioritizes Small Business Set-Aside contracts under FAR 19.5, with over 70% of her awards designated for small businesses. She also actively supports Women-Owned Small Businesses, reflecting a balanced commitment to socioeconomic equity in federal contracting. Her procurement approach emphasizes inclusive competition while ensuring capability and compliance across all award types. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541611 for management consulting services, supporting strategic planning and operational efficiency. She also procures specialized equipment under NAICS 333914 and 335910, hazardous waste services under 562112, and outpatient care solutions under 621498, demonstrating expertise in both environmental and human health domains critical to forest service operations.