Matt Varcoe

Matt Varcoe serves as a Technical Contracting Specialist within the USDA Forest Service, where he plays a critical role in advancing the agency’s operational readiness through technical acquisition planning and contract execution. His responsibilities include defining technical requirements, evaluating vendor proposals, and ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations for infrastructure and forestry support services. Varcoe specializes in complex, mission-critical acquisitions related to forest health, wildfire mitigation, and remote terrain infrastructure, often coordinating with field personnel to align contract deliverables with on-the-ground operational needs. He works closely with engineering and ecological teams to translate technical specifications into enforceable contract statements of work, ensuring outcomes meet stringent environmental and safety standards. Varcoe maintains strategic relationships with a select group of contractors, including ACI FEDERAL INC, AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, and ONE STOP RECRUITING LLC, who provide specialized engineering, logistics, and workforce support services. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for firms with proven experience in federal land management environments, particularly those capable of delivering rapid-response capabilities in rugged, access-restricted areas. He frequently engages contractors with expertise in temporary staffing, field equipment deployment, and ecological monitoring systems, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in performance reliability and regulatory compliance. A strong advocate for small business participation, Varcoe consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with approximately 90% of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to cultivate local and regional vendors with niche capabilities in forestry support and rural infrastructure, enhancing economic resilience in underserved communities. His contracting approach aligns with federal socioeconomic goals, ensuring broad access for small businesses while maintaining technical rigor. His procurement focus centers on NAICS 237310 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction) and 115310 (Support Activities for Forestry), reflecting expertise in transportation infrastructure maintenance and ecological service contracting. He regularly procures services such as trail and road stabilization, invasive species treatment, fuel reduction projects, and temporary field labor, ensuring the Forest Service’s ability to sustainably manage its vast public land portfolio.