Curt Melin

Curt Melin serves as a key procurement lead within the Bighorn National Forest, supporting the U.S. Forest Service’s mission to sustain forest ecosystems and ensure public safety through strategic acquisitions of specialized infrastructure and operational support. He manages contracting activities centered on civil engineering, forestry support services, and vehicle-based operational assets critical to trail maintenance, wildfire mitigation, and resource management. His acquisitions directly enable field operations by securing equipment and services that enhance mobility, safety, and ecological resilience across the forest’s rugged terrain. Melin maintains a consistent working relationship with Mountain View Reforestation LLC, a primary contractor engaged in ecological restoration and forestry support tasks. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical reliability and compliance with federal environmental and safety standards. He frequently collaborates with vendors capable of delivering specialized equipment and field-ready services tailored to remote, high-risk forest environments, fostering trust-based relationships that prioritize performance and mission alignment. Melin demonstrates an unwavering commitment to small business participation, with 100% of his acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to empower locally rooted enterprises with the capacity to operate in challenging forest conditions. His contracting patterns consistently channel opportunities to small businesses, reinforcing the Department of Agriculture’s socioeconomic goals and promoting regional economic development through targeted federal spending. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336212 (Truck Trailer Manufacturing) and 336214 (Travel Trailer and Camper Manufacturing), reflecting a specialized need for rugged, off-road capable vehicles and mobile work units. These acquisitions support field crews with mobile command centers, equipment haulers, and temporary housing units essential for extended operations in remote areas. Melin’s expertise centers on procuring heavy-duty, mission-critical mobile assets engineered for durability in extreme conditions, ensuring operational continuity across the Bighorn National Forest’s vast and varied landscape.