Sadie Drew-Simpson

Sadie Drew-Simpson serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports the agency’s mission by delivering mission-critical technology and professional services through transparent, competitive processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses information technology services, including software development, systems integration, and IT infrastructure support, with a focus on achieving operational efficiency and technical innovation through sound contracting practices. While specific contractor names are not available, Sadie maintains a broad network of vendors across the IT services sector, engaging with both large prime contractors and small business subcontractors to meet complex technical requirements. Her procurement approach emphasizes open competition, clear performance metrics, and post-award oversight to ensure deliverables align with agency objectives. She routinely collaborates with program managers and technical evaluators to refine statement of work elements and assess vendor capabilities, fostering a collaborative yet rigorous acquisition environment. Sadie’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 92.3% of her awards issued without set-aside restrictions. However, she consistently supports small business participation, allocating 7.7% of her awards to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This demonstrates a balanced commitment to maximizing competition while ensuring opportunities for qualified small businesses to contribute to federal IT initiatives. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Other Computer Related Services (541519) and Information Services (511210), indicating deep expertise in custom software development, data processing, and IT consulting. She also procures computer equipment and software through Merchant Wholesalers (423430) and engages with computing infrastructure providers (518210), underscoring her technical proficiency in end-to-end IT solutions spanning hardware, software, and cloud-enabled services.