Drue Glaze

Drue Glaze serves as a key procurement lead within the W7NG Uspfo Activity Mn Arng, supporting the Minnesota Army National Guard’s operational readiness through the acquisition of critical infrastructure and support services. Responsible for managing contracting activities aligned with garrison sustainment, Glaze oversees the procurement of commercial and institutional construction, facility maintenance, and communications-related services essential to domestic emergency response and federal mission readiness. Their work ensures that National Guard installations maintain functional, safe, and mission-capable environments through timely and compliant contract execution under the Department of the Army’s acquisition framework. Glaze maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of primary contractors, including the Minnesota Broadcasters Association, Minnesota Medical Association, CSA Service Solutions, LLC, and ProCases, Inc., reflecting a focus on specialized local and regional vendors with expertise in media outreach, medical logistics, and facility services. These partnerships are characterized by long-term engagement and repeat award patterns, indicating trust in vendor performance and alignment with the agency’s mission-critical needs. Glaze prioritizes vendors capable of delivering integrated solutions across multiple domains, particularly those with demonstrated experience in military garrison environments. The procurement portfolio is overwhelmingly oriented toward small business set-asides, with 96.8% of awards designated under FAR 19.5 Total Small Business Set-Aside, underscoring a deep institutional commitment to socioeconomic contracting. Glaze consistently prioritizes small businesses, including those owned by veterans, women, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, ensuring broad participation in federal opportunities while maintaining high standards of performance and accountability. Primary procurement activity centers on NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), encompassing renovations, repairs, and new construction of barracks, training facilities, and administrative buildings, with a secondary focus on NAICS 237310 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction) for infrastructure resilience. Glaze’s expertise lies in managing complex construction contracts requiring strict compliance with military standards, environmental regulations, and force protection requirements, ensuring facilities meet both operational and safety benchmarks.