Carla Walden

Carla Walden serves as a key procurement lead within the Imr Northern ROCKIES (140P14) office of the National Park Service, responsible for managing complex infrastructure acquisitions critical to preserving remote park ecosystems. She oversees the full lifecycle of contracts for transportation networks, water systems, utilities, and facility modernization projects, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing the agency’s mission of environmental stewardship and visitor access. Her work bridges operational needs in rugged, isolated terrains with technical procurement solutions that prioritize durability, sustainability, and long-term resilience. Walden maintains consistent partnerships with SAWTOOTH INDUSTRIAL LLC and K & M TRANSPORTATION SERVICES LLC, both of which deliver specialized engineering, logistics, and construction services tailored to the unique challenges of National Park Service infrastructure. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven experience in remote-site construction and maintenance, fostering long-term vendor relationships built on reliability, regulatory adherence, and performance in austere environments. While the majority of her acquisitions—76.3%—are conducted without set-asides, Walden actively supports small business participation, with 23.7% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. She demonstrates a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for small businesses, particularly those with expertise in construction, transportation, and technical services, aligning with broader Department of the Interior socioeconomic goals. Her procurement focus centers on NAICS codes including 333120 (construction machinery), 332311 (prefabricated metal structures), and 541990 (professional technical services), reflecting a technical domain rooted in civil infrastructure, engineered components, and project management consulting. Walden’s expertise lies in acquiring mission-critical systems that must withstand extreme environmental conditions while meeting federal standards for safety, accessibility, and ecological impact.