Kelly Donaldson

Kelly Donaldson serves as a key procurement lead within the Ouachita National Forest, supporting the U.S. Forest Service’s mission to sustain forest health and public safety through strategic acquisition of essential services. Responsible for managing contracting activities aligned with operational readiness and environmental compliance, Donaldson oversees the acquisition of janitorial and facility support services critical to maintaining visitor centers, restrooms, ranger stations, and other public infrastructure. Her work ensures that day-to-day operations adhere to federal environmental standards while enabling safe and accessible public use of forest lands. She specializes in service-based procurements under FAR Part 12, with a focus on performance-based contracting and quality assurance protocols. Donaldson collaborates closely with a network of small business vendors specializing in custodial, waste management, and facility maintenance services. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she fosters consistent, long-term partnerships with locally based service providers who demonstrate reliability, compliance with federal environmental regulations, and capacity to operate in remote, ecologically sensitive areas. Her contracting approach emphasizes vendor accountability, timely service delivery, and adherence to sustainable operations guidelines. Donaldson maintains a 100% small business set-aside preference under FAR 19.5, reflecting a steadfast commitment to socioeconomic equity and local economic development. All procurements are reserved exclusively for small businesses, including those certified under 8(a), HUBZone, and Women-Owned Small Business programs, ensuring broad participation from disadvantaged and underserved communities in the Ouachita region. This policy reinforces the agency’s mission to build resilient, community-integrated stewardship networks. Her procurement focus is exclusively on NAICS 561720 (Janitorial Services), encompassing routine cleaning, trash removal, sanitization, and restroom maintenance across forest facilities. Donaldson’s technical expertise lies in evaluating service quality metrics, safety protocols, and environmental impact mitigation measures, ensuring that janitorial operations align with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements and sustainable land management practices.