Gerri Chambers

Gerri Chambers supports the Farm Production and Conservation Business Center’s acquisition mission within the U.S. Department of Agriculture, overseeing procurement activities critical to on-the-ground conservation and land management initiatives. She manages contracts for technical and engineering services that enable soil health programs, land easement restoration, and rural resource planning, ensuring that field-level conservation efforts are supported by reliable infrastructure and expert execution. Her acquisitions primarily focus on site preparation and environmental construction services, aligning with the agency’s goal of sustainable agricultural land use and data-informed conservation outcomes. Chambers maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors, including PROJECTELLA LLC, HOMESTEAD SERVICES, LLC, and JANIE B LLC, all of which provide specialized site development and land stewardship services. These partnerships reflect a preference for firms with demonstrated expertise in conservation-grade earthwork, erosion control, and habitat restoration. Her procurement approach emphasizes reliability, compliance with environmental standards, and proven performance in rural and ecologically sensitive areas, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in technical proficiency and regulatory alignment. Her contracting patterns strongly prioritize small business participation, with 50% of awards designated for total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 and an additional 25% reserved for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. This reflects a deliberate commitment to expanding economic opportunity within rural communities and supporting niche contractors capable of delivering specialized conservation infrastructure. The remaining 25% of acquisitions are conducted without set-asides, typically when unique technical requirements necessitate broader competition. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 238910 (Site Preparation Contractors), reflecting a heavy emphasis on land clearing, grading, and erosion control for conservation projects, with NAICS 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) supporting infrastructure needs at field offices and conservation centers. Her expertise centers on procuring services that bridge environmental compliance with practical land management, ensuring that agricultural conservation programs are both ecologically sound and operationally viable.