Deborah J. Brost

Deborah J. Brost serves as a Contract Specialist for the U.S. Army’s W074 Endist Jacksonville (W912EP), where she plays a pivotal role in executing civil infrastructure and environmental stewardship acquisitions critical to military readiness. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts for hydraulic engineering projects, including dredging, shoreline protection, flood control, and ecosystem restoration. Her procurement portfolio centers on complex engineering and construction services that support the Army Corps of Engineers’ mission to sustain navigable waterways and coastal resilience across Florida. Brost ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning contract vehicles with strategic infrastructure priorities. She maintains longstanding relationships with leading maritime and civil construction contractors, including FINCANTIERI MARINE REPAIR LLC, GREAT LAKES DREDGE & DOCK CO, WEEKS MARINE, INC., MANSON CONSTRUCTION CO, and MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for experienced firms with proven capabilities in marine construction, heavy civil works, and environmental remediation. Brost’s contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical rigor, and contractor reliability in high-stakes, mission-critical environments. Brost demonstrates balanced socioeconomic contracting practices, with approximately 62.5% of her awards issued as open competitions and the remaining 37.5% allocated to targeted set-asides, including Women-Owned Small Businesses, 8(a) firms, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. Her consistent use of these authorities reflects a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for diverse small businesses while maintaining competitive integrity and mission effectiveness. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) and 238160 (Roofing Contractors), with significant activity in 811310 (Commercial Machinery Repair) and 541330 (Engineering Services). This reflects her specialization in integrated infrastructure systems, including mechanical, structural, and environmental support components for military installations and waterway projects, requiring deep technical understanding of civil engineering and facility sustainment.