Julie M. Simpson

Julie M. Simpson serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements development and market research to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports the agency’s mission by delivering essential goods and services through transparent, competitive procurement processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) products and professional services, with a strong emphasis on office equipment, furniture, janitorial services, and training solutions. Julie’s expertise lies in structuring solicitations that balance cost-effectiveness with operational needs while maintaining rigorous adherence to federal procurement standards. Julie cultivates relationships with a diverse range of vendors, including merchant wholesalers of office equipment, manufacturers of non-wood office furniture, and service providers specializing in facility support and professional development training. She engages regularly with both large-capacity suppliers and small businesses, fostering competitive bidding environments that promote innovation and reliability. Her contracting approach emphasizes clear performance metrics and post-award oversight to ensure vendor accountability and service quality. Julie demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with the majority of her awards conducted under open competition (84.2%). However, she consistently prioritizes small business participation, allocating approximately 15.8% of her contract actions to set-asides, including Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) programs. Her pattern reflects a balanced strategy that supports broad market access while advancing federal goals for equitable economic opportunity. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 337214 (office furniture manufacturing), 423420 (office equipment wholesale), 561720 (janitorial services), 611430 (professional training), and 511210 (software publishing). This specialization underscores her technical proficiency in acquiring commercial products and services that support administrative infrastructure and workforce development, positioning her as a key steward of operational readiness through strategic sourcing.