Tim Andersh, Contracting Officer

Tim Andersh serves as a Contracting Officer for the U.S. Forest Service’s Intermountain 8 Regional Office, where he manages the acquisition of critical infrastructure projects essential to the operational continuity of national forests across the Intermountain West. His portfolio centers on heavy civil construction and facility modernization, ensuring that forest management centers, access roads, bridges, and public-use structures meet federal safety, environmental, and resilience standards. Andersh oversees full lifecycle contracting processes—from solicitation and evaluation to award and administration—prioritizing compliance with FAR provisions and sustainable construction practices. He plays a pivotal role in translating agency mission needs into legally sound, competitively awarded contracts that support both public access and forest stewardship. Andersh maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of specialized contractors, including JACKSON EXCAVATION, INC, MEDVED GLOBAL INC, CT ELECTRIC LLC, SPRING FOUNTAIN STUDIOS LLC, and VEREN INDUSTRIES LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for firms with proven expertise in heavy construction, site development, electrical systems, and specialized facility upgrades. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, rigorous pre-award due diligence, and long-term vendor reliability, fostering a collaborative yet accountable procurement environment grounded in technical competency and regulatory adherence. Andersh demonstrates a steadfast commitment to small business participation, with 100% of his acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This uniform approach ensures equitable access for small, independently owned firms, reinforcing the agency’s socioeconomic goals and fostering regional economic development. His contracting patterns reflect a deliberate strategy to empower small businesses with relevant capabilities, particularly those with experience in remote-site construction and environmental compliance. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 237310 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction), followed by 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction), and 238990 (All Other Specialty Trade Contractors). He specializes in acquiring civil infrastructure, structural repairs, utility installations, and site improvements in remote, environmentally sensitive areas, requiring deep familiarity with federal land use regulations and sustainable construction methodologies.