Jessica Alexander

Alexander Jessica serves as a key procurement lead within the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests, supporting the U.S. Forest Service’s mission of sustainable land stewardship and ecological resilience. Responsible for managing acquisitions aligned with forest management priorities, Jessica oversees contracts for wildfire mitigation, trail and road infrastructure maintenance, water resource protection, and ecological restoration activities. Their work ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing climate-adaptive infrastructure and habitat conservation goals. Jessica specializes in soliciting and awarding services that support operational field activities, including vegetation management, fire prevention systems, and ecological monitoring, often coordinating with field biologists and engineering teams to define technical requirements. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Jessica maintains a consistent procurement pattern focused on small business engagement, cultivating partnerships with specialized forestry service providers and local ecological contractors. Working relationships are characterized by collaborative pre-solicitation outreach, clear performance metrics, and a preference for vendors with proven experience in federal land management environments. Vendor performance is closely monitored to ensure alignment with environmental compliance standards and on-the-ground operational needs. Jessica demonstrates a 100% commitment to Small Business Set-Aside procurement under FAR 19.5, prioritizing participation from small businesses across all socioeconomic categories. This reflects a deliberate strategy to strengthen local economies and enhance workforce development in rural communities across Arizona and New Mexico. The agency’s contracting model actively encourages new entrants and historically underserved firms, reinforcing broader USDA goals for equitable access to federal opportunities. The primary NAICS focus is 115310 (Support Activities for Forestry), encompassing contract work in fire hazard reduction, invasive species control, and forest health monitoring. Secondary procurement under 113210 (Forest Nurseries and Gathering of Forest Products) supports native plant propagation and reforestation efforts. Jessica’s technical expertise lies in procuring ecologically sound, science-based services that integrate with federal land management plans and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements.