MAJ Jacob Salmond

MAJ Jacob Salmond serves as Deputy Civil Engineer at the W7M9 USPFO Activity KS ARNG, a critical role within the Department of the Army’s infrastructure sustainment mission. He oversees the planning, solicitation, and award of construction and maintenance contracts essential to operational readiness, with primary focus on commercial and industrial facility projects that support training and unit deployment. His responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of acquisition activities—from needs assessment and market research to contract execution and performance monitoring—ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and Army engineering standards. He works closely with project engineers, logistics staff, and field units to align contracting outcomes with mission-critical infrastructure requirements. While specific contractor names are not currently available, MAJ Salmond maintains a robust network of qualified general contractors and specialty trade firms capable of delivering complex construction and renovation projects under tight operational timelines. His working relationships emphasize performance-based contracting, with an emphasis on firms demonstrating proven experience in military facility standards, rapid turnaround capabilities, and adherence to safety and environmental compliance protocols. He prioritizes vendors with demonstrated reliability, technical proficiency, and capacity to execute under austere conditions. MAJ Salmond’s procurement strategy reflects a strong commitment to small business participation, with 23.1% of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of awards (76.9%) are open to all competitors, he actively encourages small business subcontracting and ensures socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, and SDVOSB are considered where appropriate. His approach balances competitive fairness with statutory obligations to promote economic opportunity within the defense industrial base. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and 236210 (Industrial Building Construction), encompassing barracks, maintenance shops, training centers, and logistics support facilities. He also regularly procures specialty trade services under 238990, including electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems integration. His technical expertise spans military construction codes, facility lifecycle management, and sustainable building practices tailored to Army operational environments.