Darrin Jackson

Darrin Jackson supports the At-Incident Management Support Branch of the U.S. Forest Service by managing critical procurement operations that sustain wildland fire response and emergency incident logistics. His role centers on acquiring essential frontline services—including meal support, hydration, sanitation, mobility, and power solutions—to ensure operational continuity during extended incident deployments. He handles a diverse portfolio of acquisitions under FAR Part 13 and Part 19, prioritizing rapid-turnaround contracts that meet the dynamic needs of field personnel. His work directly enables mission readiness by securing timely, scalable resources in austere environments. Jackson maintains strong partnerships with small business contractors specializing in incident support services, with a pronounced emphasis on vendors capable of deploying mobile, modular, and field-deployable solutions. He routinely engages with janitorial, food service, and infrastructure support firms that can operate under austere conditions and comply with federal incident command system protocols. His contracting approach favors responsive, pre-vetted vendors with proven experience in federal emergency response, fostering long-term, performance-based relationships that prioritize reliability and adaptability. A staunch advocate for small business participation, Jackson consistently directs over 90% of his acquisitions toward Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deep commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals. While specific set-aside categories are not disclosed, the high volume of small business awards suggests active engagement with 8(a), HUBZone, and SDVOSB firms, aligning with USDA’s broader equity and resilience objectives in federal emergency procurement. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 237310 (transportation infrastructure support), 238220 (on-site utility systems), 561720 (mobile sanitation and janitorial services), 311991 (perishable meal preparation), and 115310 (forestry support activities). These categories reflect his technical expertise in procuring field-adapted, mission-critical services tailored to remote, high-stress incident environments.