Roger W. Chapin

Roger W. Chapin serves as a Contracting Officer for the W075 Endist Los Angeles under the Department of the Army’s W912PL organization, where he plays a pivotal role in advancing military readiness through the acquisition of critical infrastructure and facility support services. He manages a diverse portfolio of construction and engineering contracts, primarily focused on commercial and institutional building construction, heavy civil engineering, and facility maintenance. His acquisitions directly support the sustainment of Army installations and mission-critical operational environments, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and strategic readiness objectives. Chapin maintains established relationships with a core group of experienced contractors including FINCANTIERI MARINE REPAIR LLC, KORTE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, BFBC LLC, MANSON CONSTRUCTION CO, and WU & ASSOCIATES INC. These partnerships reflect a preference for proven performers with demonstrated expertise in complex construction and engineering projects. His contracting patterns indicate a reliance on repeat vendors with strong past performance records, fostering long-term collaboration and operational continuity across multi-year infrastructure initiatives. His procurement strategy prioritizes open competition, with 77.8% of awards issued without set-aside designations. However, he consistently supports small business participation, allocating approximately 11.1% of awards to Women-Owned Small Businesses and another 11.1% under total small business set-asides per FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals without compromising mission requirements. Chapin’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), accounting for half of his portfolio, followed by NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services). He also regularly procures services under NAICS 441222 (Boat Dealers) and 811490 (Other Personal and Household Goods Repair and Maintenance), reflecting the diverse infrastructure needs of Army installations—from facility upgrades to specialized marine and maintenance support. His expertise spans the full lifecycle of construction and engineering acquisitions, ensuring technical compliance and operational effectiveness.