India Drew - COR

India Drew serves as a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) for the George Washington/Jefferson National Forest, supporting the U.S. Forest Service’s mission to sustainably manage forest ecosystems across the Appalachian region. In this role, Drew provides critical oversight of federal acquisitions related to infrastructure and environmental restoration, ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations and mission-aligned outcomes. They are primarily responsible for monitoring contract performance in electrical systems and wiring installations that support visitor facilities, ranger stations, and wildfire mitigation infrastructure. Their procurement focus is tightly aligned with operational needs, including the installation and maintenance of power systems, lighting, and low-voltage controls essential to public safety and resource protection. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Drew maintains consistent working relationships with a network of qualified electrical contractors who specialize in rural and environmentally sensitive installations. These partnerships emphasize technical proficiency in outdoor electrical systems, adherence to NFPA and ANSI standards, and experience working within protected forest lands. The working relationship pattern is collaborative and performance-driven, with a strong emphasis on safety compliance, environmental stewardship, and timely delivery under challenging field conditions. Drew exhibits a robust commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 100% of their acquisitions designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize opportunities for small businesses, including those owned by women, veterans, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, ensuring that local and regional firms contribute to national forest infrastructure resilience. Their procurement portfolio is exclusively focused on NAICS 238210—Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors. This specialization underscores deep technical expertise in designing and installing electrical systems suited for remote, high-traffic, and ecologically sensitive sites, including solar-powered infrastructure, trailhead lighting, and emergency power systems for forest service facilities.