Cathey Robertson

Cathey Robertson serves as a key procurement professional within the W2SD Endist Baltimore office of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, supporting the Department of the Army’s mission to deliver critical infrastructure and facility services across military installations. Responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of construction and facility support contracts, Robertson oversees the acquisition of essential services including janitorial, plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems, as well as environmental and real estate-related support. Her work ensures operational readiness through timely, compliant, and mission-aligned contracting actions that uphold federal acquisition regulations and Army standards. Robertson maintains strong, enduring relationships with a select group of prime contractors, including GRUNLEY CONSTRUCTION CO., INC., GREAT LAKES DREDGE & DOCK CO, LLC, and MATTHEWS GROUP INC, among others. These partnerships reflect a preference for experienced, vertically integrated firms capable of delivering complex facility maintenance and civil engineering services across multiple sites. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, rigorous contract administration, and consistent vendor accountability to ensure quality and compliance with technical specifications. A steadfast advocate for small business participation, Robertson consistently prioritizes Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with 85% of her acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate socioeconomic strategy to foster competition and expand opportunities for small, disadvantaged, and community-based contractors. Her portfolio demonstrates a strong alignment with HUBZone, SDVOSB, and other socioeconomically targeted programs, reinforcing the Army’s commitment to equitable contracting. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 561720 (Janitorial Services) and 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), reflecting deep expertise in facility sustainment and building systems maintenance. She also manages ancillary services such as carpet cleaning, waste collection, and real estate support, demonstrating broad technical knowledge in commercial facility operations and infrastructure lifecycle management.