James R. Glynn

James R. Glynn serves as a key procurement leader within the U.S. Army Engineer District Walla Walla, overseeing the acquisition of civil and military engineering services critical to the Pacific Northwest’s federal infrastructure. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts centered on heavy civil construction and program management consulting, ensuring the reliability of dams, levees, locks, and hydropower facilities under the Department of the Army’s mission. Glynn’s acquisitions directly support operational readiness, flood risk reduction, and navigation system sustainability, requiring precise compliance with federal construction standards and environmental regulations. His role bridges technical engineering needs with strategic contracting execution to deliver mission-critical outcomes. Glynn maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of specialized contractors, including JR Merit, Inc., Northbank Civil and Marine, Inc., North Wind General Contractors LLC, Knight Const. & Supply, Inc., and Transco Industries, Inc. These firms are routinely engaged for complex earthwork, marine construction, structural rehabilitation, and water resource system maintenance. His procurement approach favors proven vendors with demonstrated expertise in federal infrastructure projects, fostering long-term partnerships built on performance reliability and regulatory compliance. These relationships reflect a preference for contractors with regional experience and proven track records in challenging Pacific Northwest environments. Glynn exhibits a strong and consistent commitment to small business participation, with 100% of his acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize economic opportunity for small, locally based firms capable of delivering specialized civil engineering and management services. His contracting patterns prioritize socioeconomic programs that empower small businesses to compete for high-impact federal projects, reinforcing the Army’s broader goals of inclusive procurement and community resilience. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction) and 541611 (Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services). He routinely acquires services related to dam safety assessments, hydraulic modeling, construction management, and infrastructure lifecycle planning, requiring deep technical expertise in water resource systems and federal construction protocols. Glynn’s domain expertise ensures that acquisitions align with both engineering integrity and operational mission requirements.