Jaimie K. Zurek

Jaimie K. Zurek serves as a Contract Specialist within the W071 Endist Omaha office under the Department of the Army’s W9128F agency, where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex construction and engineering acquisitions critical to national defense infrastructure. Her portfolio centers on sustaining and modernizing military installations, with a focus on hardened facilities for nuclear deterrence systems, utility corridors, and base readiness enhancements. Zurek manages full lifecycle procurements under FAR Part 36, utilizing competitive and non-competitive mechanisms to ensure timely delivery of mission-critical civil works and facility support services. She interfaces closely with engineering, logistics, and program management teams to align contracting strategies with operational priorities across the U.S. defense footprint. Zurek maintains established relationships with key contractors including JOHN BOWMAN, INC., PAF ELECTRICAL, INC., HENDRICKSON TRANSPORTATION LLC, PERINI MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC., and WASHINGTON EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC., reflecting a preference for experienced, vertically integrated firms capable of delivering heavy civil engineering and specialized industrial services. Her contracting patterns demonstrate consistent collaboration with contractors possessing proven track records in defense-related construction, electrical systems, and heavy equipment logistics, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance reliability and compliance with military standards. A strong advocate for small business participation, Zurek consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with over 60% of her awards designated for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate socioeconomic strategy to expand market access for small contractors while ensuring competitive pricing and innovation. Her contracting approach aligns with DoD goals to enhance resilience through diversified supplier bases, particularly among firms certified under HUBZone and SDVOSB programs. Her primary NAICS focus includes 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction), 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services), and 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), indicating expertise in infrastructure modernization, facility compliance testing, and digital integration for defense systems. Zurek’s work bridges traditional construction with emerging technical domains, ensuring procurement solutions support both physical and cyber-enabled mission readiness.