Sue A. LaCroix

Sue L. LaCroix serves as a key procurement professional within the Fremont-Winema National Forest, supporting the U.S. Forest Service’s mission to sustain forest health and operational readiness. She manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions focused on infrastructure maintenance, vegetation management, and facility operations, ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations and agency priorities. Her work directly enables critical field operations, including wildfire risk reduction, road and trail system upkeep, and ranger station maintenance. LaCroix handles a range of contract types, from service-based procurements to construction support, often coordinating with field managers to align acquisition strategies with on-the-ground resource management needs. While specific contractor names are not publicly available, LaCroix maintains collaborative relationships with a broad network of vendors, including small businesses specializing in forestry support, janitorial services, and land management. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for performance-based outcomes and long-term service agreements that ensure continuity in forest operations. She frequently engages with local and regional vendors capable of delivering timely, mission-critical services across remote and rugged terrain. LaCroix demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with nearly 40% of her awards designated for total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, and over 5% allocated to HUBZone firms. Her procurement approach prioritizes opportunities for small, disadvantaged, and community-based businesses, aligning with USDA’s broader goals of rural economic development and equitable access to federal contracts. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 561720 (janitorial services), 115310 (support activities for forestry), and 237310 (highway, street, and bridge construction), reflecting the agency’s need for routine facility upkeep, silvicultural support, and infrastructure resilience. She possesses deep expertise in procuring services that maintain public access, protect natural resources, and ensure safe and functional forest infrastructure.