Mark D. Simonson

Mark Simonson serves as a Contracting Officer within the 242-NETWORK Contract Office 02 (36C242) of the Department of Veterans Affairs, where he manages complex acquisitions critical to modernizing veteran healthcare infrastructure. His portfolio encompasses facility renovations, clinical equipment procurement, and essential maintenance services across VA medical centers, ensuring compliance with federal construction and engineering standards. He specializes in design-build, construction management, and professional services contracts under FAR Part 36 and Part 37, aligning procurement strategies with the VA’s mission to deliver safe, functional, and technologically advanced care environments. Simonson maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, SAWTOOTH CONSTRUCTION JV II LLC, and J & J MECHANICAL AND CONSTRUCTION GROUP LLC, reflecting a preference for experienced firms with demonstrated expertise in commercial and institutional construction, HVAC systems, and integrated facility services. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and long-term vendor partnerships that prioritize quality, safety, and timely delivery in high-stakes healthcare settings. His contracting patterns reflect a strong commitment to socioeconomic goals, with over half of his awards designated as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, underscoring a deliberate focus on veteran-owned enterprises. Additional awards are structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a strategic alignment with VA’s mandate to maximize opportunities for small businesses while maintaining rigorous performance standards. Simonson’s technical expertise centers on NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), 541330 (Engineering Services), and 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), reflecting a deep specialization in integrated facility upgrades. He routinely procures architectural, structural, and MEP systems services, ensuring that VA facilities meet current healthcare codes and ADA requirements while supporting the operational needs of clinical environments.