Arlene M. Bigger

Arlene M. Bigger serves as a Contracting Officer for the W072 Endist Pittsburgh under the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, where she manages the acquisition of critical civil infrastructure projects essential to federal water resource management. Her portfolio encompasses the construction, repair, and modernization of dams, levees, locks, and associated hydraulic systems, aligning with the Department of the Army’s mission to ensure public safety and environmental resilience. She oversees full lifecycle procurement activities—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—specializing in complex heavy civil engineering contracts governed by FAR and DFARS regulations. Bigger maintains strong, long-term relationships with key contractors including MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC and C. J. MAHAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, LLC, both of which have demonstrated consistent performance in delivering large-scale infrastructure solutions. Her procurement approach emphasizes reliability, technical compliance, and contractor accountability, fostering collaborative partnerships with vendors experienced in heavy civil works, structural metal fabrication, and specialized fluid power systems. She prioritizes vendors with proven expertise in federal water resource projects and a track record of safety and regulatory adherence. Arlene demonstrates a robust commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with over 61% of her awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. She actively promotes participation from HUBZone and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, integrating these preferences into solicitation planning to broaden market access and enhance competition among qualified small firms. Her contracting patterns reflect a deliberate strategy to support underserved business communities while maintaining high performance standards. Her primary technical focus lies in NAICS 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction), with significant activity in 333995 (Fluid Power Cylinder and Actuator Manufacturing) and 332312 (Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing). She procures specialized equipment and services for hydraulic systems, structural components, and industrial maintenance, demonstrating deep expertise in the engineering and fabrication domains critical to federal water infrastructure resilience.