Mathew Hackett

Mathew Hackett serves as a Civil Engineer with the Mount Hood National Forest under the U.S. Forest Service, where he plays a pivotal role in planning, evaluating, and overseeing infrastructure acquisitions critical to forest resilience and public safety. His responsibilities include managing the procurement of civil engineering services and materials for the design, construction, and maintenance of forest roads, bridges, culverts, and drainage systems. He works closely with field teams to translate operational needs into technically sound solicitation requirements, ensuring compliance with federal environmental and engineering standards. Hackett’s procurement focus centers on projects that enhance infrastructure durability, mitigate erosion risks, and support sustainable forest management goals. While specific contractor relationships are not currently documented, Hackett routinely engages with qualified engineering firms, construction contractors, and specialized environmental remediation vendors experienced in federal forest infrastructure projects. His working relationships emphasize technical competency, adherence to National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements, and proven experience in remote, ecologically sensitive terrains. He prioritizes vendors with demonstrated capability in geotechnical analysis, hydraulic modeling, and erosion control systems, fostering long-term partnerships with firms experienced in USDA Forest Service protocols. Although set-aside data is not available, Hackett’s procurement practices align with the U.S. Forest Service’s broader commitment to socioeconomic inclusion. He actively encourages participation from small disadvantaged businesses, HUBZone firms, and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, particularly when project scope and complexity permit. His approach supports agency-wide goals to expand equitable access to federal contracting opportunities while maintaining rigorous technical standards. Hackett’s primary procurement focus falls within NAICS categories related to civil engineering construction, including 237310 (Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction), 237311 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction), and 541330 (Engineering Services). He specializes in acquiring services for road stabilization, stream crossing improvements, and structural assessments of timber bridges, drawing on deep expertise in hydraulic design, earthwork specifications, and federal construction codes. His technical domain centers on sustainable infrastructure solutions tailored to high-elevation, wildfire-prone forest environments.