Dan Woods

Dan Woods serves as Project Manager for the Custer Gallatin National Forest, overseeing the planning, acquisition, and execution of critical infrastructure projects across federally protected lands. In this role, he ensures that construction and maintenance activities align with the U.S. Forest Service’s mission of ecological stewardship and public safety, managing procurements for trails, bridges, roads, ranger stations, and wildfire mitigation systems. His acquisitions are strategically aligned with federal construction standards and environmental compliance requirements, emphasizing durable, sustainable infrastructure that supports both resource protection and recreational access. Woods works closely with engineering and environmental teams to define technical specifications and ensure contract deliverables meet rigorous federal performance benchmarks. He maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including YOUNG GUN CONSTRUCTION LLC, TK3, LLC, and KOMMODITIES CORP, all of whom have demonstrated expertise in heavy civil construction and concrete infrastructure. These partnerships are characterized by long-term collaboration, reliability in meeting complex field conditions, and adherence to federal construction codes. Woods prioritizes vendors with proven experience in remote, ecologically sensitive environments and fosters performance-based contracting practices that emphasize safety, timeliness, and environmental compliance. Woods maintains a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside preference across all eligible procurements, reflecting a strong institutional commitment to fostering economic opportunity within the rural and tribal communities surrounding the forest. His contracting patterns consistently channel opportunities to small businesses under FAR 19.5, ensuring robust participation from firms certified under HUBZone, SDVOSB, and general small business programs, thereby supporting local workforce development and regional economic resilience. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction) and NAICS 238110 (Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors), reflecting expertise in large-scale civil works such as retaining walls, culverts, bridge abutments, and reinforced concrete structures. He specializes in acquiring technically complex, field-intensive projects that require precise engineering oversight and adaptation to rugged, high-elevation terrains.