Mr. Matthew Simon

Matthew Simon serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) while aligning procurement activities with national defense and aerospace priorities. His portfolio primarily consists of complex, technical procurements involving aircraft propulsion systems, avionics components, and auxiliary aerospace equipment, often requiring close coordination with engineering and technical stakeholders to define performance-based specifications. Matthew cultivates relationships with a diverse base of contractors, including Tier 1 aerospace manufacturers, specialized engineering firms, and niche suppliers of precision-engineered parts. He consistently engages with vendors possessing AS9100 certification and relevant ITAR compliance credentials, ensuring supply chain integrity and national security adherence. His procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding, clear performance metrics, and robust contract monitoring to mitigate risk and ensure delivery of mission-critical capabilities. While the majority of his acquisitions—87.3%—are conducted as full and open competitions, Matthew demonstrates a deliberate commitment to small business participation, with 12.7% of his awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He actively promotes small business engagement through pre-solicitation outreach and mentorship programs, though he does not routinely utilize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, reflecting a focus on broad small business eligibility rather than targeted socioeconomic categories. His procurement expertise is concentrated in NAICS 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing) and 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), where he specializes in procuring turbine components, fuel control systems, and flight-critical avionics hardware. He also engages with professional services firms under NAICS 541330 and 541990 for engineering analysis, testing, and technical support, demonstrating deep domain knowledge in aerospace systems integration and defense procurement standards.