Scott Heisterkamp

Scott Heisterkamp serves as a Technical Specialist within the USDA Forest Service, where he provides critical technical oversight for infrastructure and land management acquisitions. His role bridges operational needs with procurement execution, ensuring that contracts for field-critical systems align with ecological, safety, and resilience objectives. He primarily supports technical acquisitions related to site preparation, water and sewer infrastructure, and emergency response systems in remote forested and grassland environments. His expertise ensures that procurement decisions reflect rigorous engineering standards, environmental compliance, and field operational realities, directly supporting the agency’s mission to sustain forest health and public safety. Heisterkamp maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of technical contractors, including ACI Federal Inc., AMD International Technologies LLC, and The Locums Co., LLC, which provide specialized engineering, labor, and logistical support. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for firms with demonstrated experience in rugged terrain operations and federal environmental compliance. He collaborates closely with vendors who bring niche technical capabilities in site remediation, erosion control, and temporary infrastructure deployment, often requiring rapid mobilization and adaptability in high-risk environments. His contracting approach reflects a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with approximately half of his acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, and the other half open to all competitors. This pattern signals a deliberate effort to foster small business participation while maintaining access to specialized technical capacity when needed. He consistently prioritizes small businesses with proven experience in civil works and environmental construction, supporting both economic development and mission-critical outcomes. Heisterkamp’s technical focus centers on NAICS 237110 (Water and Sewer Line Construction) and 238910 (Site Preparation Contractors), reflecting his specialization in civil infrastructure projects essential to forest service operations. He procures services related to grading, drainage, erosion control, and utility line installation in ecologically sensitive areas, requiring deep familiarity with federal environmental regulations and field engineering standards. His expertise ensures that infrastructure acquisitions enhance long-term ecosystem resilience while enabling safe, sustainable public access and emergency response capabilities.