Randolph Bacon

Randolph Bacon serves as a Civil Engineering Technician within the USDA Forest Service’s Incident Procurement unit, supporting rapid-response logistics for wildland fire and all-hazard incidents. In this critical role, he facilitates the acquisition of specialized infrastructure and temporary construction services essential to incident command operations, including mobile command units, temporary housing, and field infrastructure. His work ensures that firefighting and recovery teams have immediate access to durable, deployable structures and exterior systems. Bacon works closely with field managers and logistics coordinators to translate operational needs into precise solicitation requirements, focusing on time-sensitive, mission-critical procurements under emergency acquisition authorities. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Bacon maintains a consistent partnership network with small businesses capable of rapid mobilization and modular construction. His procurement approach emphasizes responsiveness, scalability, and compliance with federal emergency protocols, fostering long-term vendor relationships with firms experienced in field-deployable building systems and temporary structural solutions. He prioritizes vendors with proven experience in remote-site installations and ruggedized construction techniques suited to wildfire-affected terrains. Bacon’s contracting activity is entirely aligned with a 100% Small Business Set-Aside policy under FAR 19.5, reflecting a steadfast commitment to socioeconomic equity and local economic resilience. He actively leverages the Small Business Administration’s programs to ensure participation from HUBZone, 8(a), and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, reinforcing the agency’s mission to empower underserved contractors while maintaining operational readiness. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 238160 (Roofing Contractors) and 238190 (Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors), reflecting expertise in temporary envelope systems, weatherproof enclosures, and exterior structural assemblies. He routinely procures prefabricated roofing, siding, waterproofing membranes, and modular wall systems designed for rapid deployment in austere environments, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with materials suited to high-wind, high-heat, and high-moisture conditions common in incident zones.