Johnny Luang-Khot

Johnny Luang-Khot serves as the primary contracting lead for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, overseeing the acquisition of critical infrastructure and construction services essential to the operational integrity of national wildlife refuges. Responsible for managing complex procurement actions under the Department of the Interior, he ensures compliance with federal contracting regulations while advancing the agency’s mission to protect and restore vital habitats. His portfolio primarily encompasses commercial and institutional building construction, water and sewer system rehabilitation, and site preparation contracts, all aligned with resilience and sustainability goals for federal wildlife infrastructure. Luang-Khot maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of specialized contractors, including MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, DURABLE PILING RESTORATION, L.L.C., and MDM CONSTRUCTION LLC, all of whom bring proven expertise in refuge-scale construction and environmental compliance. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical proficiency, safety standards, and adherence to ecological mitigation requirements. He frequently engages joint ventures and small business prime contractors capable of executing multi-disciplinary projects across remote and ecologically sensitive sites. A strong advocate for socioeconomic equity in federal contracting, Luang-Khot prioritizes Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with over 82% of his awards directed to small businesses. His contracting patterns reflect a deliberate strategy to maximize participation from small, disadvantaged, and locally rooted firms, aligning with the agency’s commitment to inclusive economic development in rural and conservation-dependent communities. His technical focus centers on NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and 237110 (Water and Sewer Line Construction), with additional activity in site preparation and utility infrastructure. He specializes in procuring construction services that integrate environmental stewardship, erosion control, and habitat protection into every phase of project delivery, ensuring infrastructure supports both human operations and ecological resilience.