Scott Rydwell

Scott A. Rydwell serves as a Contracting Officer within the DSC Contracting Services Division of the National Park Service, where he manages the acquisition of critical infrastructure projects essential to preserving and modernizing America’s national parks. His portfolio encompasses the full lifecycle of construction and rehabilitation contracts, from solicitation through award and administration, with a focus on maintaining historic structures, upgrading utility systems, and enhancing visitor access in ecologically sensitive and remote environments. Rydwell specializes in complex, mission-critical procurements requiring compliance with federal preservation standards and environmental constraints, ensuring that all acquisitions align with the NPS’s stewardship mission. He maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of experienced contractors, including HDR Engineering Inc., Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc., McKenzie Construction & Site Development LLC, BookCliff Partners, LLC, and Aleut Construction LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for firms with proven expertise in federal construction, historic restoration, and remote-site logistics. Rydwell fosters collaborative, performance-based contracting environments that prioritize technical proficiency, regulatory compliance, and long-term operational resilience. Rydwell demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 75% of his acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5, and an additional 12.5% designated for HUBZone firms. His procurement patterns reflect a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small, community-based contractors, particularly those with experience in rural and indigenous regions, aligning with federal goals for equitable economic participation. His primary technical focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), with significant activity in water and sewer infrastructure (237110), highway and bridge construction (237310), electrical systems (238210), and finishing trades (238320). Rydwell’s expertise spans integrated facility modernization, ensuring that all construction activities meet NPS preservation guidelines while delivering safe, sustainable, and functional public infrastructure.