Debra A. Baker

Debra A. Baker serves as a key contracting professional within the W076 Endist Tulsa office of the Department of the Army, overseeing the acquisition of civil engineering and facility construction services critical to sustaining military infrastructure. Her role centers on executing complex procurement actions for heavy civil construction and commercial building projects that support Army installations, recreational facilities, and environmental compliance initiatives. She manages the full lifecycle of contract awards—from market research and solicitation development to contract administration—ensuring alignment with Army mission priorities in infrastructure modernization and regulatory adherence. Her acquisitions predominantly involve design-build and construction management contracts requiring technical precision and compliance with federal construction standards. Ms. Baker maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of experienced contractors, including BL Harbert International LLC, Alberici Constructors Inc., MCMillen, Inc., and Perikin Enterprises LLC, all of which have demonstrated expertise in heavy civil and institutional construction. These partnerships reflect a preference for firms with proven track records in delivering large-scale, mission-critical projects under stringent federal oversight. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, quality assurance, and contractor accountability, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in reliability and regulatory compliance. Her procurement strategy strongly prioritizes socioeconomic objectives, with 60% of her awards designated for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, reflecting a deep commitment to veteran-owned enterprise participation. An additional 20% are awarded under Total Small Business Set-Asides (FAR 19.5), reinforcing her dedication to expanding opportunities for small businesses in the defense construction sector. Only 20% of her portfolio operates under no set-aside, underscoring her active role in advancing federal small business goals. Ms. Baker’s technical focus lies primarily in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction), encompassing facility upgrades, road and drainage systems, utility relocations, and site development for military installations. Her expertise spans project delivery methods including design-build and construction manager-at-risk, ensuring efficient, compliant execution of infrastructure projects vital to Army readiness and environmental stewardship.