Cathryn C. Oliva-Simmons

Cathryn C. Oliva-Simmons serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement analysis and market research to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) while advancing mission-critical procurement objectives. Her portfolio primarily includes service-based contracts supporting operational and technical needs, with a focus on hospitality services, information technology, and scientific consulting. She works closely with program managers and acquisition teams to align contracting strategies with agency goals, ensuring transparency, competition, and regulatory adherence across all phases of procurement. While specific contractor names are not available, her contracting patterns reflect consistent engagement with a diverse pool of vendors, including both large prime contractors and small businesses. She fosters collaborative relationships with firms capable of delivering specialized technical services and operational support, emphasizing performance-based outcomes and contract compliance. Her approach prioritizes competitive solicitation practices and vendor responsiveness to meet evolving mission requirements. Oliva-Simmons demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly one-fifth of her awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and over six percent allocated to HUBZone-certified firms. Her preference for non-set-aside contracts (75%) reflects a strategic balance between broad competition and targeted socioeconomic opportunities, ensuring robust market engagement while advancing federal small business goals. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 721110 (hotels and motels), supporting lodging and hospitality services, followed by technical consulting (541690) and custom computer programming (541511). She also regularly procures electronic computer manufacturing and data-related services, indicating expertise in both infrastructure support and digital modernization initiatives. Her technical domain spans operational logistics, IT systems development, and professional services, making her a key contributor to mission-enabling acquisitions across multiple functional areas.