Donna Sims

Donna Sims supports critical procurement operations for the FA3002 338 Ess Cc under the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a key role in advancing military aviation training systems and workforce development programs. She manages acquisitions aligned with modernizing flight training infrastructure, technical instruction platforms, and mission-critical communications systems for enlisted personnel, officers, and international partners. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of contract execution—from requirements definition and market research to award and performance oversight—ensuring alignment with Air Force readiness objectives and technological modernization goals. Sims maintains a consistent working relationship with CLEARWATERS INDUSTRY SOLUTIONS LLC, a trusted vendor providing specialized solutions in communications equipment, satellite services, and facilities support. Her procurement approach reflects a preference for established contractors with proven capabilities in defense-grade systems, while also fostering reliable, performance-driven partnerships that ensure mission continuity and technical compliance across complex training environments. Her contracting portfolio reflects a balanced approach to socioeconomic goals, with approximately one-third of awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to small business engagement. While the majority of acquisitions remain open to full and open competition, she actively prioritizes small business participation where technical requirements permit, aligning with Air Force initiatives to broaden the defense industrial base. Sims specializes in procurements under NAICS 334220 for radio and wireless communications equipment, 517410 for satellite telecommunications, and 561210 for facilities support services. Her technical focus centers on high-fidelity training simulators, secure data transmission systems, and integrated logistics infrastructure that enable scalable, secure, and interoperable aviation training ecosystems. Her expertise lies in bridging commercial technology with military operational needs, ensuring acquisitions meet stringent DoD standards for cybersecurity, reliability, and sustainment.