Robert Cordell

Robert Cordell serves as Project Manager for the Custer Gallatin National Forest, overseeing the planning, solicitation, and execution of critical infrastructure acquisitions across federally protected lands. In this role, he ensures that procurement activities align with the U.S. Forest Service’s mission to sustain ecological integrity while enabling safe, accessible public recreation. Cordell manages a diverse portfolio of contracts centered on trail maintenance, wildfire mitigation systems, road and bridge repairs, and ranger station upgrades—all essential to operational readiness and public safety. His acquisitions are strategically designed to support long-term forest resilience and are executed in full compliance with federal contracting regulations under the Department of Agriculture. Cordell maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors TK3, LLC and KOMMODITIES CORP, both of which provide specialized support services for forestry operations. These partnerships are characterized by repeat engagement on mission-critical projects requiring technical expertise in forest management, erosion control, and infrastructure rehabilitation. His procurement approach emphasizes reliability, performance-based outcomes, and long-term vendor collaboration, fostering accountability and operational continuity across remote and ecologically sensitive sites. A staunch advocate for small business participation, Cordell directs 100% of his procurements as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, ensuring that economically disadvantaged and locally rooted enterprises have equitable access to federal opportunities. His contracting patterns consistently prioritize small business contractors with demonstrated capacity in environmental services, reinforcing the agency’s commitment to community-based economic development and workforce resilience in rural regions. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 115310 (Support Activities for Forestry), encompassing services such as vegetation management, fuel reduction, trail construction, and wildlife corridor maintenance. Cordell’s technical expertise centers on ecological restoration practices and sustainable infrastructure development, ensuring all contracted work adheres to National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) standards and forest service operational guidelines.