Sharon F Gies

Sharon F. Gies serves as a Procurement Technician at the Colville National Forest, supporting the U.S. Forest Service’s mission to sustainably manage federal forest lands through strategic acquisition of goods and services. In this role, she facilitates the execution of solicitations, evaluates vendor proposals, and ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations under the FAR. Her responsibilities center on supporting critical infrastructure and ecological restoration initiatives, including trail maintenance, watershed rehabilitation, and forest health projects. She works closely with project managers and engineers to translate operational needs into clear, compliant acquisition documents, ensuring timely delivery of essential services that uphold public safety and environmental stewardship. While specific contractor names are not available, Sharon collaborates with a diverse range of vendors, including small businesses, local contractors, and specialized service providers with expertise in forestry support, civil construction, and environmental engineering. Her procurement patterns reflect a preference for responsive, community-based vendors capable of operating in remote, rugged terrain. She maintains strong working relationships with firms experienced in federal land management requirements, emphasizing reliability, environmental compliance, and adherence to federal labor standards. Sharon demonstrates a pronounced commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with nearly half of her acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5. HUBZone and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides each account for 1.6% of her portfolio, reflecting a deliberate effort to promote equitable access to federal contracting opportunities. Her approach aligns with USDA’s broader goals of empowering underserved communities through targeted procurement strategies. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 115310 (Support Activities for Forestry), where she procures vegetation management, invasive species control, and fire prevention services. She also regularly supports infrastructure projects under NAICS 237310 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction), as well as commercial building and mechanical systems work under NAICS 236220 and 238220, demonstrating technical fluency in both ecological and civil construction domains.