Laurie Gillespie

Laurie Gillespie serves as a key procurement lead within the W071 Endist Portland office under the Department of the Army, overseeing complex acquisitions critical to the resilience of federal waterways and defense-related infrastructure in the Pacific Northwest. Responsible for managing contracts that sustain navigational systems, hydropower facilities, and flood control structures, Gillespie specializes in heavy civil engineering, specialized technical services, and maintenance solutions aligned with Army Corps of Engineers missions. Her procurement portfolio emphasizes long-term operational readiness, requiring rigorous compliance with environmental regulations and engineering standards for federally managed water infrastructure. Gillespie maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of experienced contractors including MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, AECOM B&V PORTLAND AE JV, CORNFORTH-GANNETT FLEMING, STANTEC CONSULTING SERVICES INC., and TETRA TECH, INC. These partnerships reflect a preference for firms with proven expertise in marine construction, hydraulic modeling, environmental remediation, and infrastructure lifecycle management. Her contracting approach prioritizes technical capability, past performance, and regulatory compliance over cost alone, fostering stable, performance-based vendor relationships that support mission-critical infrastructure upkeep. Gillespie’s acquisition strategy reflects a firm commitment to full and open competition, with 100% of awards issued under no set-aside conditions. This indicates a focus on selecting the most technically qualified providers regardless of socioeconomic designation, rather than prioritizing 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. While small business participation is not formally incentivized in her portfolio, all vendors must meet stringent performance and compliance benchmarks. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), reflecting substantial investment in vessel maintenance and marine infrastructure, complemented by engineering services (541330) and industrial machinery procurement (423830). Gillespie’s expertise centers on technical domains including hydromechanical systems, civil works construction, and environmental compliance for federal water projects.