Jerold Wesley

Jerold Wesley serves as a key procurement lead within the Deschutes National Forest, overseeing contracting activities critical to the U.S. Forest Service’s mission of ecological stewardship and public land management. He is responsible for managing the acquisition of specialty trade services essential to infrastructure resilience, including trail maintenance, wildfire risk mitigation, and cultural resource preservation. His procurement portfolio centers on contract vehicles that support on-the-ground field operations, ensuring compliance with federal environmental and labor standards while aligning with the agency’s strategic goals for sustainable land use. Wesley’s work directly enables the implementation of field-level projects that protect forest ecosystems and public safety across central Oregon. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Wesley maintains consistent relationships with a network of qualified specialty trade contractors, particularly those certified under small business programs. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships built on reliability, technical competency in forest service applications, and adherence to federal environmental compliance protocols. He prioritizes contractors with demonstrated experience in remote-site operations, hazardous material handling, and archaeological site protection, fostering a collaborative environment grounded in regulatory adherence and operational readiness. Wesley exhibits a strong and consistent commitment to socioeconomic contracting, directing 100% of his acquisitions toward small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize opportunities for small, locally based firms, including those owned by women, veterans, or socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. His contracting patterns actively support rural economic development and ensure that federal investment in forest stewardship circulates within regional economies. His primary procurement focus is on NAICS 238990—All Other Specialty Trade Contractors—encompassing services such as erosion control, invasive species removal, trail construction, and heritage site stabilization. He specializes in acquiring niche, labor-intensive services requiring specialized field expertise, often involving seasonal or project-based mobilization in rugged terrain, demonstrating deep technical understanding of forest service operational needs.