David Shimek

David Shimek serves as a Contracting Officer Representative for the USDA Forest Service, supporting the procurement and contract administration of critical infrastructure projects essential to public land access and ecological resilience. In this role, he provides technical oversight and performance monitoring for construction and engineering contracts, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and agency mission objectives. He works closely with Contracting Officers to manage acquisitions related to trail and road rehabilitation, bridge replacement, campground modernization, and forest resource support systems, acting as the primary liaison between field operations and contractor performance. His expertise lies in the execution of heavy civil engineering contracts under strict environmental and safety standards. Shimek maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including GCS LLC, ACME ASPHALT INDUSTRIES INC, and TwentyoneTwentyseven LLC, all of which have demonstrated proven capability in delivering complex civil infrastructure projects within sensitive forest environments. His procurement approach emphasizes contractor reliability, technical proficiency in earthwork and pavement systems, and adherence to federal construction codes. He fosters collaborative, performance-based partnerships that prioritize safety, durability, and environmental stewardship, often coordinating with engineering and ecological specialists to align deliverables with operational needs. Shimek’s acquisition portfolio reflects a strict preference for full and open competition, with 100% of his procurements issued without set-asides for 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. While he does not currently utilize socioeconomic set-asides, his contracting practices remain fully compliant with all federal acquisition regulations and prioritize value, quality, and mission readiness over socioeconomic categorization. His primary focus is on NAICS 237990, Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction, encompassing road and trail grading, drainage systems, retaining structures, and erosion control measures. He specializes in procuring services that require advanced civil engineering expertise, heavy equipment deployment, and coordination with natural resource management teams to ensure infrastructure projects sustain both public access and ecological integrity.