Leslie Simpson

Leslie Simpson serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisitions within the electric power generation sector, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and mission-critical infrastructure needs. She oversees the full lifecycle of contract actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and contract administration—with a singular focus on fossil fuel-based electric power generation systems. Her work supports the reliable operation of energy infrastructure by securing technical services, maintenance contracts, and capital equipment essential to power plant efficiency and regulatory compliance. Simpson plays a pivotal role in aligning procurement strategy with national energy security objectives, ensuring acquisitions meet technical, environmental, and operational standards. While specific contractor relationships are not publicly enumerated, Simpson consistently engages with qualified vendors possessing deep expertise in thermal power systems, combustion technologies, emissions control, and plant modernization services. Her procurement patterns reflect a preference for established contractors with proven experience in utility-scale power generation, including engineering firms, OEMs of boiler and turbine systems, and specialized maintenance providers. She maintains rigorous evaluation criteria focused on technical capability, past performance, and regulatory adherence, fostering long-term vendor partnerships built on accountability and performance reliability. Simpson’s contracting portfolio reflects a 100% preference for non-set-aside acquisitions, indicating a focus on full and open competition. This approach prioritizes technical merit and operational readiness over socioeconomic classifications, aligning with the specialized nature of fossil fuel power generation contracts, where qualifications often require extensive industry experience and regulatory certifications beyond small business eligibility thresholds. While small business participation is not formally targeted, she ensures all solicitations are structured to permit equitable access for qualified firms of any size. Her primary NAICS specialization—221112 (Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation)—reflects deep expertise in procuring power plant equipment, fuel handling systems, emissions monitoring technologies, and operational support services. Simpson’s domain knowledge encompasses steam turbine systems, flue gas desulfurization, coal and natural gas combustion technologies, and grid-interfaced power delivery systems, making her a key technical liaison between agency requirements and industrial energy solutions.