Keaston D. Simmons

Keaston D. Simmons serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation and market research to contract award and administration. His role is central to ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while delivering mission-critical services efficiently. He typically handles competitive solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), with a focus on service-based contracts requiring detailed performance standards and evaluation criteria. His work supports operational readiness through timely procurement of essential support functions, ensuring alignment with agency objectives and fiscal accountability. While no specific contractor relationships are identifiable in the available data, Simmons engages with a broad spectrum of vendors, including large primes and small businesses, to fulfill diverse service needs. His contracting patterns suggest a preference for open competition and performance-based outcomes, fostering transparent and fair procurement practices. He works closely with program offices to define clear statements of work and ensures contract clauses reflect regulatory requirements and performance metrics. Simmons demonstrates a strong commitment to full and open competition, with 100% of his acquisitions classified as “No Set-Aside.” This indicates a procurement strategy prioritizing market-wide competition over socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. While small business participation is not formally reserved, his process likely allows for small businesses to compete on equal footing under general solicitation vehicles. His primary procurement focus lies in Educational Support Services (NAICS 611710), where he procures administrative, instructional, and logistical services to enhance educational infrastructure. He also regularly acquires Facilities Support Services (NAICS 561210) and specialized wholesale distribution services, including petroleum products and photographic and electronic equipment supplies. This technical domain expertise reflects a nuanced understanding of supply chain logistics and institutional support services critical to mission execution.