Brady McElroy

Brady McElroy serves as a key procurement lead within the Stewardship Contracting Branch of the U.S. Forest Service, overseeing the execution of landscape-scale stewardship contracts designed to advance ecological restoration and wildfire risk reduction. Responsible for managing complex, multi-objective acquisitions, he integrates timber harvesting with watershed protection, trail maintenance, and habitat improvement under statutory authorities such as the Stewardship Contracting Authority. His work directly supports the agency’s mission to restore forest resilience through collaborative, outcomes-based contracting that balances ecological, economic, and community interests. McElroy maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of specialized contractors, including Brink Brothers Inc., Peak Engineering LLC, Miller Timber Services, Inc., Az Hammer Down, LLC, and Dennis Kirby. These partners are selected for their demonstrated expertise in forest restoration, silvicultural operations, and ecological infrastructure work. His procurement approach favors long-term, performance-driven partnerships with vendors who possess technical proficiency in forest management practices and can deliver integrated services across large, remote landscapes. McElroy’s contracting portfolio reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of awards issued under no set-aside categories. This reflects the nature of stewardship contracting, which often requires specialized capabilities and large-scale operational capacity not typically available among small businesses alone. While socioeconomic set-asides are not utilized, the focus remains on awarding contracts based on technical merit, past performance, and capacity to execute complex, multi-year restoration projects. The branch’s procurement activity is entirely concentrated under NAICS 115310—Support Activities for Forestry—encompassing services such as fuel reduction, road decommissioning, invasive species control, and timber sale administration. McElroy’s expertise lies in structuring contracts that align ecological outcomes with operational feasibility, ensuring that all procurements support the Forest Service’s science-based stewardship goals.