Maxwell D. Simpson

Maxwell D. Simpson serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions within the aerospace and defense sector. He ensures compliance with FAR regulations while executing competitive and non-competitive procurements to meet mission-critical operational needs. His portfolio is exclusively focused on the procurement of aircraft components and auxiliary equipment, requiring deep technical understanding of aviation systems and supply chain logistics. Simpson works closely with engineering, program management, and legal teams to develop sound acquisition strategies that balance cost, performance, and schedule objectives. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable due to data limitations, Simpson routinely engages with manufacturers and suppliers specializing in aviation subsystems, including avionics, flight control components, and mission-specific auxiliary equipment. His procurement approach emphasizes open competition where feasible, while maintaining flexibility to support sole-source or limited-source actions when technical uniqueness or national security considerations apply. He fosters collaborative vendor relationships grounded in transparency, performance accountability, and timely contract administration. Simpson demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with approximately one-third of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small manufacturers capable of meeting stringent aerospace quality standards. His set-aside preferences prioritize broad small business inclusion over narrower socioeconomic categories, indicating a focus on capability and capacity rather than specific designations such as 8(a) or HUBZone. His procurement expertise is narrowly concentrated in NAICS 336413—Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing—indicating a specialized domain focus on non-airframe components critical to military and civil aviation systems. He procures items ranging from hydraulic actuators and electrical connectors to specialized sensors and mounting hardware, requiring familiarity with military specifications, AS9100 quality standards, and supply chain traceability requirements. Simpson’s technical acumen ensures that acquisitions align with evolving aviation technology trends and regulatory compliance mandates.