Joyce Simmons

Joyce Simmons serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA4407 375th Contracting Squadron under the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing facility-related acquisitions critical to operational readiness and infrastructure sustainability. She manages a diverse portfolio of contracts spanning building operations, environmental compliance, security systems, and technical services to support Air Force installations. Her work ensures mission-critical environments remain functional, secure, and compliant with federal regulations, primarily through competitive solicitation, contract administration, and post-award oversight of service-based procurements. Simmons maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including CHALLENGE UNLIMITED, INC., JAYTECH, INC., and NORTH AMERICAN IMPORT AND EXPORT COMPANY LLC, who deliver specialized services in security infrastructure, IT systems design, and facility support. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and long-term vendor collaboration, fostering reliable partnerships with firms capable of meeting stringent Air Force operational standards. She engages both large and small businesses, prioritizing quality, compliance, and mission alignment in vendor selection. A strong advocate for small business participation, Simmons consistently structures procurements with a Total Small Business Set-Aside preference at 51.6%, reflecting a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals under FAR 19.5. Her portfolio regularly includes opportunities for small disadvantaged businesses, women-owned small businesses, and other eligible entities, reinforcing the agency’s mandate to promote equitable access to federal contracting opportunities. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS categories 561621 (Security Systems Services), 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), and 813110 (Religious Organizations), indicating expertise in securing cybersecurity infrastructure, IT modernization support, and mission-specific facility services. She also frequently procures painting and environmental remediation services under 238320 and testing services under 541380, demonstrating a broad technical understanding of installation sustainment needs across multiple domains.