Samuel Smith

Samuel Smith supports the USDA Forest Service in executing mission-critical procurement actions aligned with the agency’s mandate to sustain forest and grassland ecosystems. Though his official title is not listed, his procurement activities center on acquiring specialized services essential to operational readiness in remote environments, including workforce training, land management, and environmental response. He plays a pivotal role in translating strategic priorities—such as wildfire mitigation, invasive species control, and infrastructure resilience—into actionable contracts that ensure the agency maintains functional capacity across its vast, often inaccessible lands. His acquisitions predominantly involve service-based contracts requiring technical expertise in ecological operations and workforce development. Smith maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of contractors, including ACI FEDERAL INC, ONE STOP RECRUITING LLC, and THE LOCUMS CO, LLC, which provide tailored staffing and training solutions. He also collaborates with niche vendors like AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC and GONDO ROY E MD to deliver specialized support in equipment maintenance and environmental services. These partnerships reflect a preference for firms with proven experience in federal land management contexts, emphasizing reliability, geographic adaptability, and compliance with federal environmental and labor standards. His procurement strategy demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with over 53% of contracts awarded under full small business set-asides. This reflects a deliberate alignment with FAR 19.5 to foster economic opportunity among small, disadvantaged, and community-based vendors. His contracting patterns consistently prioritize socioeconomic goals without compromising mission performance, ensuring that local and emerging firms contribute meaningfully to national forest stewardship. The primary NAICS categories under his purview are apprenticeship training (611513) and landscaping services (561730), indicating a focus on workforce development and ecological restoration. He also procures hazardous waste collection, machinery repair, and drycleaning services, reflecting the diverse logistical needs of field operations. His expertise lies in acquiring mission-enabling services that sustain both human capital and environmental integrity across federal lands.