Larry Moore

Larry Moore serves as Engineer Foreman at the Southern Research Station within the U.S. Forest Service, where he oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of field-based infrastructure and ecological support operations. His role is critical to maintaining operational readiness across research sites, ensuring that field laboratories, trail systems, monitoring stations, and environmental control infrastructure meet scientific and regulatory standards. Moore directly influences procurement decisions for construction, land management, and ecological restoration services, typically managing task orders under basic ordering agreements that require technical precision and compliance with USDA environmental protocols. He acts as the primary technical liaison between field teams and contracting officers, translating scientific needs into actionable acquisition requirements. Moore maintains a consistent working relationship with LSG Management, LLC, a trusted contractor with demonstrated expertise in forested land stewardship and ecological site preparation. His procurement approach emphasizes reliability, technical competency, and adherence to sustainable land use practices, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance history and compliance with federal environmental standards. He engages vendors through competitive small business set-asides, prioritizing firms with proven experience in native species planting, soil stabilization, and invasive species mitigation. His procurement portfolio is entirely aligned with Small Business Set-Aside requirements under FAR 19.5, reflecting a firm commitment to socioeconomic equity and regional economic development. All acquisitions are structured to maximize participation by small businesses, particularly those certified under HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), and general small business programs, ensuring that local and underserved enterprises contribute meaningfully to national conservation goals. Moore’s technical focus centers on NAICS 115112—Soil Preparation, Planting, and Cultivating—where he procures specialized services for reforestation, erosion control, and habitat restoration. His domain expertise includes native seedling establishment, contour trenching, mycorrhizal inoculation, and post-fire rehabilitation. He ensures all contracted work aligns with USDA Forest Service ecological restoration guidelines, emphasizing biodiversity enhancement and climate-resilient land management practices.