Clem Pope, Resource Specialist

Clem Pope serves as a Resource Specialist with the Boise National Forest, supporting the U.S. Forest Service’s mission to sustain forest ecosystems through strategic procurement of land management services. In this role, Clem facilitates acquisitions for ecological restoration, wildfire risk mitigation, invasive species control, and infrastructure maintenance, ensuring compliance with federal environmental and contracting regulations. He plays a critical part in translating field-based resource needs into actionable contracts, working closely with resource managers, biologists, and engineering teams to align procurement with operational priorities and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements. Clem collaborates with a diverse network of contractors specializing in forestry, habitat restoration, and wildland fire response, including small firms with expertise in prescribed burning, reforestation, and trail rehabilitation. His working relationships emphasize long-term partnerships with vendors possessing demonstrated experience in federal land management contexts, particularly those familiar with Forest Service protocols and seasonal operational windows. He prioritizes vendors with proven capacity to deliver field-based services under challenging environmental conditions and in remote locations. While specific set-aside data is not available, Clem’s procurement practices reflect the U.S. Forest Service’s strong institutional commitment to small business participation, with consistent engagement of 8(a), HUBZone, and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs) for specialized ecological and infrastructure services. His approach supports socioeconomic goals by actively seeking qualified small firms capable of executing complex, labor-intensive tasks on public lands. Clem’s primary procurement focus centers on NAICS codes related to forestry and conservation services (115310), support activities for agriculture and forestry (115310), and environmental remediation (562910). He regularly procures services such as fuel reduction treatments, native plant propagation, erosion control, and trail construction—demanding technical expertise in ecological restoration, equipment operation, and compliance with federal land use standards. His domain knowledge ensures that acquisitions align with science-based land management objectives and long-term forest health goals.