Amanda J. Simmons

Amanda J. Simmons serves as a Contracting Officer within the FA4861 99 Cons Lgc unit of the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in securing mission-critical capabilities that sustain airpower readiness. Her portfolio centers on the procurement of advanced communications systems, specialized equipment maintenance, and infrastructure projects essential to command, control, and surveillance operations. She manages full lifecycle acquisitions under FAR and DFARS guidelines, ensuring compliance with national security standards while aligning contract awards with strategic modernization goals for secure, resilient air force infrastructure. While specific contractor names are not currently available, Simmons maintains a dynamic contracting environment characterized by engagement with a diverse range of vendors, including defense contractors, systems integrators, and niche technical service providers. Her working relationships emphasize performance-based contracting, outcome-driven deliverables, and rigorous oversight of technical specifications, particularly in secure communications and air transportation support domains. She fosters collaborative vendor partnerships grounded in transparency, accountability, and adherence to federal acquisition best practices. Simmons demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with over half of her acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5. Her pattern reflects a deliberate emphasis on expanding opportunities for small business participation, including firms certified under HUBZone, SDVOSB, and other small business programs. This approach supports both mission objectives and broader Department of Defense goals to enhance resilience through a diversified industrial base. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS codes related to air transportation support, including 488190 for airfield operations support and 488991 for packing and crating of sensitive equipment. She also regularly procures services under 711310 for event and facility operations tied to training and readiness demonstrations, and 519130 for specialized information services supporting operational communications. Her technical expertise spans secure broadcasting, logistics support, and mission-critical infrastructure, positioning her as a key enabler of Air Force operational continuity.