William M. Pfeifer

William M. Pfeifer serves as a Contracting Officer for the USDA Forest Service, where he manages the acquisition of critical infrastructure and ecological support services essential to maintaining the nation’s forested lands. His responsibilities include planning, soliciting, awarding, and administering contracts for trail and road rehabilitation, bridge replacement, campground modernization, and forestry support activities. Pfeifer plays a central role in advancing the agency’s mission to ensure safe public access and resilient natural resource systems through strategic procurement aligned with federal contracting regulations and sustainability goals. Pfeifer maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including GCS LLC, ACME ASPHALT INDUSTRIES INC, and TwentyoneTwentyseven LLC, all of which provide specialized construction, maintenance, and logistical support services. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven expertise in civil engineering and forestry operations, often partnering with firms experienced in remote-site execution and environmental compliance. These relationships are built on technical proficiency, reliability in rugged terrain, and adherence to federal environmental and safety standards. Pfeifer demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with over half of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He also utilizes HUBZone set-asides to support economically disadvantaged rural communities, reflecting a deliberate effort to channel federal resources toward underserved regions. His contracting approach prioritizes socioeconomic equity while maintaining rigorous performance standards. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 115310 (Support Activities for Forestry), encompassing vegetation management, erosion control, and forest infrastructure support. He also regularly procures services under NAICS 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction) and 238990 (All Other Specialty Trade Contractors), indicating deep expertise in civil works, site preparation, and specialized trades critical to forest ecosystem management.