John DeSimone

John DeSimone serves as a Contract Specialist within the Federal Protective Service East CCG Division 1 Acquisition Division, under the Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Procurement Operations. He is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions for protective security services and integrated surveillance systems critical to federal facility safety. His work directly supports the agency’s mission to secure federal infrastructure through the acquisition of qualified personnel and advanced security technologies. DeSimone routinely handles task orders and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contracts under FAR Part 16, with a focus on service-based acquisitions requiring stringent performance metrics and compliance with DHS security standards. He maintains established working relationships with key contractors including GXC MAX INC, FLATTER, INC, and ENPROVERA CORP, consistently engaging these vendors for the delivery of security guard services, access control systems, and integrated monitoring solutions. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting, clear statement of work development, and rigorous contract administration to ensure operational readiness and compliance with federal security protocols. DeSimone demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with nearly 80% of his acquisitions structured as set-asides—primarily Total Small Business Set-Asides and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Asides. He actively prioritizes small business participation, ensuring competitive opportunities for certified firms while maintaining rigorous source selection criteria aligned with FAR 19.5 and VAOSB regulations. His technical expertise centers on NAICS 561612 (Security Guards and Patrol Services), which accounts for 80% of his portfolio, alongside NAICS 561621 (Security Systems Services). He specializes in procuring manned security services, electronic access control, video surveillance systems, and perimeter protection technologies, demonstrating deep familiarity with DHS security standards and the operational needs of federal facility protection.