David Rasmussen

David Rasmussen serves as a Civil Engineer with the George Washington/Jefferson National Forest under the U.S. Forest Service, where he plays a pivotal role in planning, evaluating, and overseeing infrastructure acquisitions critical to forest management and public safety. His responsibilities include designing and procuring civil works projects such as road rehabilitation, bridge repairs, trail construction, and watershed protection systems. As a technical lead in the acquisition process, Rasmussen collaborates closely with project managers and environmental specialists to ensure all procurements align with federal engineering standards, NEPA requirements, and sustainable land management goals. He primarily handles construction-related contracts requiring specialized civil engineering expertise and compliance with federal construction codes. Rasmussen works with a diverse network of qualified contractors specializing in federal forest infrastructure, including firms experienced in remote-site construction, erosion control, and environmentally sensitive earthwork. While specific vendor names are not disclosed, his procurement patterns reflect consistent engagement with contractors possessing proven experience in Appalachian terrain challenges, heavy equipment operations in protected lands, and adherence to USDA environmental mitigation protocols. His working relationships emphasize technical competency, safety compliance, and the ability to execute projects under challenging seasonal and ecological constraints. Rasmussen maintains a 100% small business set-aside preference across all eligible acquisitions, fully aligning with FAR 19.5 guidelines. His contracting strategy prioritizes participation from small businesses, including HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), and Woman-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs), reflecting a strong institutional commitment to equitable economic opportunity and local workforce development within the Appalachian region. His primary procurement focus is on NAICS 237310 — Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction — encompassing road maintenance, culvert installation, drainage systems, and access trail development. He specializes in procuring civil construction services that integrate ecological restoration with public access infrastructure, demonstrating deep technical expertise in sustainable transportation systems within protected federal lands.