Mark L. Sims

Mark L. Sims serves as Section Chief at the GSA/FAS Region 7 Acquisition Center, where he leads the strategic planning and execution of industrial and institutional procurement initiatives critical to federal operational readiness. In this role, he oversees the acquisition of standardized, high-volume manufactured goods and mission-critical support services that sustain federal facilities and administrative functions. His portfolio emphasizes efficient, compliant pathways for procuring durable equipment and consumables, ensuring alignment with GSA’s mission to deliver reliable, cost-effective solutions across the federal enterprise. Sims manages full lifecycle contracting actions, from market research and solicitation development to award and performance oversight, with a focus on maintaining supply chain resilience and operational continuity. Sims maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including MACGYVER SOLUTIONS, INC., FEDERAL SUPPLY SERVICES INTERNATIONAL LLC., B.W. WILSON PAPER COMPANY, INCORPORATED, and COMSIS SOLUTIONS LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for established vendors with proven capacity to deliver standardized industrial supplies, security services, and technical support at scale. His contracting patterns prioritize reliability, compliance, and timely delivery over niche or experimental solutions, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in performance metrics and contract adherence. Sims’ acquisition portfolio exhibits no set-aside preferences, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic focus on maximizing efficiency and leveraging broad market capability rather than socioeconomic set-asides. While small business participation is not formally prioritized in his award patterns, his team ensures all procurements adhere to federal competition requirements and maintain transparency under FAR guidelines. His primary NAICS focus areas include 541330 (Engineering Services), 561612 (Security Guards and Patrol Services), 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), and 334290 (Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing). These domains indicate deep expertise in procuring technical services, physical security support, and specialized manufacturing outputs—particularly those requiring compliance with federal specifications and industrial standards. Sims’ work supports complex federal infrastructure needs through technically rigorous, standards-based acquisitions.