Larry Robillard

Larry Robillard serves as the primary procurement lead for the Incident Procurement Logistics unit within the U.S. Forest Service, where he manages critical acquisitions to support wildland fire response and forest management operations. He is responsible for securing specialized tactical equipment, protective gear, and logistical systems essential for National Type 2 Firefighter Crews and field deployment teams. His acquisitions focus on rapid-response capabilities, including fire-resistant textiles, aerial ignition systems, mobile shelters, and chemical-based fire suppressants, ensuring mission-critical readiness across federal and interagency fire operations. Robillard operates within a high-tempo, mission-driven environment where procurement timelines directly impact operational safety and effectiveness. He maintains a consistent working relationship with ONTIC ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING, INC, a key vendor specializing in engineered fire suppression and field logistics solutions. His contracting approach emphasizes reliability, technical compliance, and rapid delivery, fostering long-term partnerships with vendors capable of meeting stringent federal specifications for durability and performance under extreme conditions. Robillard’s procurement model prioritizes proven suppliers with demonstrated expertise in hazardous environment equipment, ensuring operational continuity during active fire incidents. Robillard’s contracting portfolio reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 79.2% of awards issued without set-aside restrictions. However, he consistently allocates 20.8% of opportunities to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to small business participation without relying on socioeconomic programs like 8(a) or HUBZone. His approach balances efficiency with broad vendor access, encouraging competition while maintaining readiness standards. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 325998 for specialty chemical preparations used in fire suppression, followed by 115310 for forestry support activities and 722310 for field food services. This reflects deep technical expertise in procuring mission-specific chemical formulations, fireline logistics, and mobile sustenance systems critical to prolonged incident operations. Robillard’s domain knowledge spans hazardous material handling, regulatory compliance for chemical use in federal lands, and the unique demands of wildland firefighting logistics.