James E. Simmons

James E. Simmons serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement analysis and solicitation development to contract award and administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and advancing agency mission objectives through efficient, transparent, and legally sound procurement practices. His portfolio primarily encompasses commercial and technical services, with a focus on information technology, security systems, and industrial supply chains. Simmons routinely handles competitive sealed bidding, negotiated procurements, and simplified acquisition procedures, balancing cost-effectiveness with performance standards. While specific contractor names are not available, Simmons maintains a broad network of vendors across multiple sectors, including IT service providers, security system integrators, and wholesale distributors of specialized equipment and components. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for open competition, with the majority of awards issued under unrestricted solicitations. He engages with both large-capability firms and small businesses, fostering competitive markets through clear performance metrics and structured evaluation criteria. Simmons demonstrates a measured commitment to socioeconomic programs, with approximately 13.3% of his awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and 3.3% allocated to HUBZone concerns. Though the majority of his acquisitions remain unrestricted, his consistent use of small business set-asides reflects a deliberate effort to expand market access for qualified small entities without compromising acquisition efficiency or mission readiness. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 423210 (Furniture Merchant Wholesalers), 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), 334511 (Aeronautical and Nautical System Manufacturing), 561621 (Security Systems Services), and 423510 (Metal Merchant Wholesalers). This diverse technical portfolio underscores his expertise in acquiring both commercial off-the-shelf goods and mission-critical technical services, particularly in defense-adjacent and infrastructure-support domains.