Drew McGuire

Drew McGuire serves as the primary procurement lead for the Pacific Northwest Region (PN 6615) of the Bureau of Reclamation, overseeing the acquisition of critical infrastructure components essential to the agency’s mission of modernizing water and hydropower systems. Responsible for managing complex contracting actions across civil works projects, McGuire handles procurements for power generation equipment, control systems, and specialized maintenance services that support the operational integrity of dams, canals, and hydroelectric facilities. His role ensures alignment with federal procurement regulations and agency priorities for safety, sustainability, and resilience in water infrastructure. McGuire maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of specialized contractors, including Palouse Power LLC, McKenzie Construction & Site Development LLC, DJ&A, P.C., and Inter-Fluve, Inc., each recognized for technical expertise in hydropower systems, civil construction, and environmental engineering. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical proficiency and regulatory compliance, fostering collaboration on mission-critical upgrades and repair initiatives for federal water assets. A strong advocate for small business participation, McGuire prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Aside contracts under FAR 19.5, with approximately two-thirds of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to cultivate regional economic development and ensure diverse vendor engagement in federal water infrastructure projects, aligning with broader Department of the Interior socioeconomic goals. His procurement focus centers on NAICS 335311 (power and distribution transformers), 335314 (industrial control systems), and 811310 (commercial and industrial machinery repair), underscoring deep technical expertise in electrical and mechanical systems vital to hydropower operations. McGuire’s portfolio reflects a specialized domain in the procurement of high-reliability power infrastructure components and maintenance services essential to sustaining the longevity and efficiency of federal water projects.