Darlene Simpson

Darlene Simpson supports the procurement mission of FA4801 49 Cons Pk within the Department of the Air Force, facilitating the acquisition of mission-critical aerospace and installation readiness systems. Though her formal title is not listed, her role centers on managing complex contracting actions for advanced communications, avionics, instrumentation, and maintenance equipment essential to Air Force operational readiness. She handles a diverse portfolio of acquisitions spanning technical systems, industrial support services, and infrastructure sustainment, ensuring alignment with Air Force modernization priorities and compliance with federal acquisition regulations. Simpson maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of contractors including UNICO GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS, LLC, FSR CONSULTING LLC, and CERTIFIED STAINLESS SERVICE INC., among others. These partnerships reflect a preference for specialized vendors capable of delivering niche technical solutions—from industrial laundry and stainless steel services to audio/video equipment and material handling machinery. Her contracting patterns suggest a focus on reliable, vetted suppliers with proven capabilities in supporting high-integrity military environments, often favoring firms with established track records in defense-related logistics and maintenance. A strong commitment to small business participation characterizes her contracting approach, with over half of her awards designated for Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Women-Owned Small Businesses also represent a significant portion of her socioeconomic contracting strategy, reflecting deliberate efforts to expand vendor diversity. While no 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB preferences are dominant, her consistent use of small business set-asides demonstrates a strategic alignment with Department of Defense socioeconomic goals. Her procurement focus clusters around NAICS codes including 334310 (Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing), 333924 (Industrial Truck and Stacker Machinery), and 812332 (Industrial Launderers), indicating expertise in procuring both high-tech electronic systems and essential operational support services. This blend of technical and logistical procurement underscores her ability to bridge advanced aerospace requirements with the day-to-day sustainment needs of Air Force installations.