Michael Conway

Michael Conway serves as a key procurement lead within the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Bureau of Indian Education, managing acquisitions critical to fulfilling federal trust responsibilities to federally recognized tribes and Alaska Native villages. He oversees contracts supporting infrastructure modernization, educational facility development, and essential public works, aligning procurement activities with tribal self-determination goals. His portfolio primarily includes engineering services, commercial and institutional construction, and water infrastructure projects, ensuring that federally funded initiatives meet tribal community needs while adhering to federal acquisition regulations and tribal consultation requirements. Conway maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including SEALASKA CONSTRUCTORS LLC, TEPA EC, LLC, GOLDBELT HAWK L.L.C., CGI FEDERAL INC., and COOPER ZIETZ ENGINEERS, INC. These partnerships reflect a blend of tribal-owned enterprises and specialized federal contractors with proven experience in remote and culturally sensitive environments. His procurement approach prioritizes vendor reliability, technical competency in tribal infrastructure contexts, and compliance with federal and tribal regulatory frameworks, fostering long-term collaboration over transactional engagements. While the majority of his acquisitions—84.6%—are conducted without set-asides, Conway demonstrates measured support for socioeconomic programs, with 7.7% of awards designated under the Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set-aside and another 7.7% under the Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). This balanced approach ensures broad competition while intentionally advancing opportunities for Native-owned and small businesses aligned with tribal economic priorities. His technical focus centers on NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services), 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), and 237110 (Water and Sewer Line Construction), reflecting deep expertise in designing and delivering mission-critical infrastructure on reservations. He procures services ranging from civil engineering design and environmental compliance to plumbing, heating, and water system installation, ensuring projects meet both federal standards and tribal cultural and environmental values.