Frank A. Dopkowski

Frank A. Dopkowski serves as a key procurement lead within the W2SD Endist Baltimore office of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, overseeing the acquisition of critical infrastructure and facility support services for military installations and federal properties. His responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle management of construction and civil engineering contracts, ensuring alignment with Army operational readiness requirements. He routinely handles complex, multi-year procurements under FAR Part 36, specializing in design-build and performance-based contracting methods to deliver durable, mission-critical facilities and infrastructure upgrades across diverse geographic regions. Dopkowski maintains sustained working relationships with a core group of experienced contractors, including GRUNLEY CONSTRUCTION CO., INC., GREAT LAKES DREDGE & DOCK CO, LLC, and MATTHEWS GROUP INC, who consistently deliver large-scale commercial, institutional, and heavy civil construction services. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical competency, past performance, and compliance with federal construction standards. He frequently engages with contractors possessing specialized capabilities in environmental remediation, marine infrastructure, and institutional building systems, fostering collaboration through pre-solicitation outreach and industry days. A strong advocate for socioeconomic inclusion, Dopkowski prioritizes small business participation, with over half of his portfolio allocated to Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He actively promotes opportunities for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and HUBZone firms, reflecting a deliberate strategy to broaden contractor diversity while maintaining mission-critical standards. His contracting patterns consistently reflect a balanced commitment to competitive small business participation alongside open, non-set-aside acquisitions where scale or urgency demands broader market engagement. His technical focus centers on NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction), with frequent procurements for facility renovations, roadways, drainage systems, and utility upgrades. He possesses deep expertise in managing complex construction scopes requiring coordination between structural, mechanical, and environmental systems, ensuring compliance with Army Corps design manuals and sustainability directives.