Jordan Wheelock

Jordan Wheelock serves as the primary procurement lead for the USDA Forest Service’s CSA East 6 office, overseeing the acquisition of mission-critical services that sustain forest health and public safety. Responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of contracts under FAR Part 19, Wheelock ensures alignment with the agency’s ecological stewardship goals by procuring specialized forestry support, site preparation, janitorial services, and light engineering construction. Their role is central to executing the Forest Service’s operational mandate, bridging technical field needs with compliant, transparent contracting practices to support land management activities across national forests. Wheelock maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including American Classic Construction Inc., Zimmer Plowing LLC, Lewis Mobile Welding LLC, Miller, Shelia D, and Moore & Shryock LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for regional, specialized vendors with proven expertise in forestry operations, mobile welding, snow and debris removal, and site rehabilitation. The contracting approach emphasizes reliability, local capacity, and performance-based deliverables, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in quality assurance and regulatory compliance. A strong commitment to socioeconomic goals is evident in Wheelock’s procurement patterns, with 90% of acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize opportunities for small businesses, particularly those certified under SBA programs, ensuring equitable access to federal contracting while building a resilient, locally rooted vendor base. No set-aside awards are limited to niche or non-competitive requirements, maintaining strict adherence to small business participation mandates. The primary technical focus lies in NAICS 115310 (Support Activities for Forestry), followed by 561720 (Janitorial Services) and 238910 (Site Preparation Contractors). Wheelock’s expertise centers on procuring services that directly support forest restoration, trail maintenance, fuel reduction, and infrastructure upkeep, requiring deep familiarity with environmental regulations, equipment specifications, and field logistics. Their domain knowledge ensures acquisitions meet both operational demands and ecological standards.